Operating as part of a large, multi-disciplinary team, Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP‘s personal injury practice is instructed on complex cross-border cases by both claimants and defendants. It often acts for those affected by a life-changing injury; high-profile cases involving individuals who have sustained catastrophic brain injuries are a key area of strength. ‘Building a reputation as a leader in the field‘, travel law practice head Mark Lee primarily represents travel insurers and their policyholders in high-value compensation claims arising from accidents abroad. The team also features Warren Collins, who has ‘extensive experience in handling cross-border claims involving personal injuries of the greatest severity‘ including catastrophic claims and fatal accident litigation.

Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP advises clients in Spain and South America on disputes under English and Spanish law, as well as acting in the Spanish, English and Welsh courts. The practice has international experience in marine, energy, aviation, transport, major casualties, tourism, environmental and pollution insurance matters. As a result of the 2019 merger, the firm has also increased its expertise in travel law issues; Mark Lee is the key name in this area. The team is co-led by Juan Alegre, who focuses on shipping and international trade; Bernardo Ruiz Lima, who handles insurance claims, logistics and transport issues, P&I and salvage proceedings; and shipping and international commercial law expert Ernesto Rivera.