Clyde & Co LLP
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Clyde & Co LLP’s litigation practice is recognised for its strength across insurance, construction and commercial disputes, with a focus on complex, high-stakes matters. Gareth Horne leads on insurance litigation and class actions, while Ernest Van Buuren brings unique marine expertise as a lawyer and master mariner. Matthew Smith is active in large infrastructure disputes, and Jenny Thornton is noted for professional indemnity and directors’ and officers’ work. The team expanded in May 2025 with Janine Clark joining from Kennedys, with considerable expertise in personal injury claims, third party property damage and coverage disputes. James Rigney is also noted.
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Key clients
- SMEC
- AECOM
Work highlights
Acted as defence counsel for Lloyd’s Syndicate 2003 (Lloyd’s Class Action) and Hollard (Hollard Class Action) in two separate class actions filed on behalf of business interruption insurance policyholders alleging losses from COVID-19 outbreaks.


