Rhian Howell > RPC > Bristol, England > Lawyer Profile

RPC
TEMPLE CIRCUS
TEMPLE WAY
BRISTOL
BS1 6LW
England
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Work Department

Insurance

Position

Partner Rhian Howell is a leading professional negligence expert with significant experience dealing with claims against lawyers and construction professionals.

She also handles disciplinary and regulatory matters on behalf of professionals and has a particular reputation for dealing with fraud and dishonest assistance claims against solicitors.

Rhian led the defence on behalf of BPE in the leading Supreme Court decision of BPE Solicitors and another (Respondents) v Hughes-Holland (in substitution for Gabriel) (Appellant) [2017] UKSC 21 which limited the extent of a professionals’ exposure when errors are made.

Rhian also regularly provides training to clients on risk management, legal updates, as well as best practice when handing claims.

Lawyer Rankings

South West > Insurance > Professional negligence

(Leading individuals)

Rhian HowellRPC

RPC is experienced in investigating, defending and settling professional negligence claims, where the firm is active on behalf of an enviable client roster that includes global insurers and their insured. Rhian Howell acts as head of the Bristol office and focuses on defending solicitors and barristers against negligence claims. Matters relating to pensions are frequently handled by Rachael Healey, while Ben Goodier is a first point of contact for clients in the construction sector. Will Sefton‘s specialist areas include acting for solicitors and directors.