‘Fenchurch’s insurance litigation practice is not only exceptional in terms of subject matter expertise, but also in the ability to provide value added advice and direction to clients keyed to client objectives, as well as insurance market behaviour.’

‘The firm has a leading reputation in claims for insureds against insurers, in all classes of insurance.’

‘Senior partner David Pryce has particular expertise in claimant work against insurers of construction all risks and construction professional indemnity insurance. His team are true specialists. Depth of subject matter knowledge highly impressive. Tactical strategists!’

‘Jonathan Corman is very bright, has huge expertise, in depth knowledge and a wonderful ability to knock the skis out from the other side.’

‘Fenchurch Law have a niche practice and largely unique in offering for policy holders. Taking an exclusive policy holder stance offers a largely conflict free legal service to argue against adverse policy stances adopted by the insurance market. The legal team have expert knowledge in insurance disputes and the legal framework that sits around such niche points of law. The firm is led by David Pryce and a highly competent team of partners and associates, who excel at what they do.’

‘David Pryce demonstrates an expansive knowledge of key/challenging insurance clauses and relevant case law. This, accompanied by a strong commercial approach, provides a very compelling offering to clients in their time of need and when all other usual broking channels have been exhausted.’

‘Fenchurch Law are one of the leading firms for policyholder insurance claims. They are absolute specialists and appear in many of the most significant coverage disputes in the country. They are excellent across the board. Fantastically client focussed, responsive, knowledgeable and form an effective team.’

‘David Pryce – Simply an outstanding lawyer and leader of the firm. He has vision, sees cases with amazing strategic analysis and really knows his stuff. Must be one of the best insurance lawyers around. Jo Grant – Exceptional lawyer with very extensive experience in construction insurance. Brilliant with the details and also sees the big picture. Rob Goodship – Brilliant lawyer, lovely guy.’

‘The team is able to provide strong support on the insurance regulatory side, in addition to being able to advise on the core commercial terms.’

‘Baljit Rai is an insurance expert and great at explaining the twists and turns of the market. Often subtle in her approach but incredibly effective. Excellent knowledge of her subject area.’

‘Philip Hill: His knowledge and expertise is right up there with the best and he is a pleasure to deal with.

‘Kate Scott: superb case management skills; really knows how to get control of a big case and is very good at foreseeing what issues the clients will need to have addressed.’

‘Philip Hill is very experienced and knowledgeable. Really thinks about his cases. Chris Ingham is an up and coming junior partner, who will go far.’

‘Christopher Ingham is a first-rate brain and a real thinker – he thinks inside and outside of the box, and no angle is left unexplored. He is capable of coming up with ideas that win cases – and that’s a rare quality. He’ a top quality insurance lawyer, and knows the industry as well as anyone.’

‘The insurance litigation team at Clifford Chance is absolutely excellent. All of the lawyers I have worked with have an exceptionally detailed knowledge of relevant insurance law, and great tactical and strategic insight into dealing with insurers. The team puts a premium on clear and regular communication with clients, and is very results-based in its approach.’

‘Philip Hillis exceptionally clever and experienced. He thinks very hard about his cases and is always on top of the law. Philip has an unrivalled ability to develop original and persuasive arguments on matters of policy construction to achieve optimal results for his clients.’

‘Real market leaders in the policyholder insurance litigation sphere. Tenacious, bright and hard-working. The Fladgate team is a standout team in this already competitive world.’

‘Garbhan Shanks is a highly respected and very senior player in the policyholder insurance litigation world. He has seen it all and gets great results in difficult cases.’

‘Harriet Chopra is a brilliant and tenacious lawyer.’

‘Garbhan Shanks leads an outstanding team – probably one of the leading and best policyholder teams in the market. Garbhan has an excellent understanding of how the insurance market operates, and can deploy that knowledge with deep subject matter expertise to his clients advantage.’

‘Garbhan Shanks is a very experienced and outstanding lawyer. Unlike many policy holder lawyers, Garbhan is steeped in the London insurance market and experienced in all classes of insurance and reinsurance classes. The combination of such deep experience with his experience of large and very large commercial litigation and arbitration makes his practice exceptionally strong. Garbhan’s advice is always clear and well delivered. If I was a policyholder, or a reinsured, I would want to be represented by him.’

‘HFW has managed to build a team of lawyers who, apart from being technically competent, inspire confidence by their in-house dynamic. The partners clearly respect and collaborate with each other, which is not always the case in law firms. HFW competes internationally and it has recruited intelligently to ensure desirable diversity in its various overseas offices, as well as at the London HQ.’

‘Good international firm – solid practitioners and hungry to please. Great to deal with and policyholder friendly. Results driven.’

‘Jonathan Bruce provided an excellent client service and always provided an honest and open approach to the investigation and the expectation for the outcome of the case.’

‘Jonathan Bruce brings the intelligence, the knowledge, the experience and the inter-personal skills required to understand the issues and cut to the chase. He is attentive and generous with his time. He uses the firm’s resources and external resources effectively and aims at achieving a pragmatic resolution where possible. His effectiveness is enhanced by his language skills and his very international outlook.’

‘In relation to complex marine and energy disputes the team has a breadth of knowledge and a very pragmatic / commercial approach to providing advice. For clients wanting support to find a commercial solution, whilst maintaining the possibility of dispute escalation is a particular strength.’

‘Nigel Wick and Jonathan Bruce at the key partners for dispute resolution. A strong commercial instinct and strong understanding of particular marine and energy related issues.’

‘Sarah Turpin was very professional and efficient. She understood the matter and gave practical advice.’

‘K&L Gates provide an efficient service in this specific area of insurance law.’

‘Strong in the policyholder area, and growing. Great partners supported by able associates with appropriate divisions of responsibility between the two.’

‘Sonia Campbell is strong and well-known in the industry. Exceptional – bright, quick-witted and a joy to work with she is client focussed, knowledgeable and has a keen eye for the right strategy.’

‘Richard Leedham is what every litigator needs to be, tough, confident, decisive and highly effective in negotiating complex settlements out of court as quickly as possible.’

‘Excellent knowledge of insurance law. Ability to pick the right counsel and work with them in a collegiate manner. Innovative funding ideas and solutions. Total commitment to their clients.’

‘Sonia Campbell and Richard Leedham. Both give 100% for their clients. wealth of knowledge and experience in insurance law and practice. Very innovative in funding solutions.’

‘Sonia Campbell – outstanding litigator and insurance lawyer. Sophie Fairclough – always on top of the detail, very astute and capable’

‘Real market leaders in the policyholder insurance litigation sphere. Tenacious, bright and hard-working. The Mishcon team is a standout team in this already competitive world.’

‘Richard Leedham is probably the premier policyholder re/insurance lawyer in the market. A real titan of a figure and yet completely unstuffy and a brilliant leader.’

‘Natasha Winter – very smart, savvy and details orientated. leaves no stone unturned.’

‘Silver circle firm with magical expertise – the firm deserves to be up there with those they appear on the other side too. We see the scale and volume of their work first-hand. Partners are approachable on all levels.’

‘Richard Wise is a wonderful attorney. He stands out in terms of practicality, intelligence, and the ability to move the case forward in an incredibly thoughtful and efficient manner.’

‘The team at Addleshaw Goddard are first class. They have an abundance of resources to call upon and a high level of experience and knowledge from top to bottom. Whilst all the individuals I have dealt with are exceptional lawyers, they are also extremely personable and easy to work with, certainly from counsel’s perspective.’

‘Richard Wise is a real star in the making. Richard is very bright and is able to cut through the chaff and to focus on the issues that really matter. He has an amazing work ethic but is very personable at the same time. A joy to work with.’

‘Natasha Winter – new partner this year. A very well deserved promotion. Very good with clients and counsel alike and a very good eye for the detail. She is also tactically very astute.’

‘Laura Payne is a real pleasure to work with. She is the engine room of the team who has an amazing ability to recall all relevant details and documents. Exceptionally bright and hard working.’

‘Laura Payne is a really outstanding associate – a master of detail and unbelievably responsive.’

‘The team are very proactive in drawing on the available expertise in other practice areas within the firm to ensure they deliver the best service.’

‘The team are exceptional – highly motivated, very bright, very commercially-minded and practical.’

‘Burges Salmon act for policyholders in some of the largest insurance disputes involving process engineering and construction.’

‘Matthew Walker is friendly, approachable and has excellent technical expertise. He is responsive and always seems to be on top of the detail of any particular case.’

‘Matthew Walker is an exceptionally able lawyer – very bright, fantastic with clients and very pragmatic and commercial.’

Matthew Walker is the go-to partner for this work.’

‘Total commitment and 24/7 dedication to getting the job done.’

‘Matthew Walker delivered a tremendous service on a very complex matter.’

‘Approachable, offers clear, simple and practical advice and good on fees.’

‘Wynterhill are my first port of call as they have a very honest approach and will clearly state at the outset whether or not clients have a good chance of success in their dispute.’

‘Dan Brooks inspires confidence. I can rely on him and the team to provide a professional and legally sound service in construction insurance.’

‘Wynterhill provides an excellent service with a personal approach. I like their ‘no-nonsense’ approach to sorting the wood from the trees to get to the crux of the matter in hand.’

‘Stuart Hill and his team provide impeccable service and the highest levels of knowledge in the market when it comes to insurance coverage disputes.’

‘Stuart Hill’s experience and knowledge in the sector is second to none. He has helped our brokerage and our clients immeasurably in the last 18 months with some outstanding results achieved on disputed claims.’