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Mayer Brown International LLP
201 BISHOPSGATE
LONDON
EC2M 3AF
England
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Work Department

Insurance and Reinsurance

Position

Jim Oulton is a partner in the Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice of the London office. He is particularly well known for his work in the professional liability field. He regularly advises in claims in the English courts concerning accountants and auditors, insolvency practitioners, lawyers, trustees, tax professionals and many other professions. Jim’s work includes managing and supervising overseas claims — particularly in offshore jurisdictions where he has very broad experience. 

Education

Leeds University BA (Hons); CPE/Law Society Finals

Lawyer Rankings

London > Insurance > Insurance and reinsurance litigation

Mayer Brown International LLP‘s broad practice ranges from professional indemnity, warranty and indemnity and D&O claims, through to cyber, construction and financial lines. Drawing on its international presence, the team handles a number of claims in offshore jurisdictions such as the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, the Bahamas, Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey, the Isle of Man and St Lucia. An expert in professional indemnity claims, practice head Jim Oulton‘s coverage work includes D&O policies in the hospitality, natural resources, media and financial sectors. Solicitor advocate Tim Shepherd is well-placed to defend claims relating to corporate, commercial, finance and real estate transactions.

London > Insurance > Professional negligence

(Hall of Fame)

Jim OultonMayer Brown International LLP

Mayer Brown International LLP‘s team is highly experienced in international and global matters, and has represented clients across North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm’s clients include numerous prominent law firms and accountancy practices. Practice head Jim Oulton is renowned for his work with insolvency practitioners, accountants, and auditors, while co-head Michael Regan is an expert in construction and engineering. Sally Davies specialises in claims in relation to construction and insurance, while Tim Shepherd has expertise in defending complex cases related to transactions.