Operating under the direction of new team lead and reinsurance disputes lawyer Carmel Green, RPC’s Hong Kong offering is well-known for its professional indemnity expertise and cyber risk practice. The group is trusted by an array of preminent global insurance businesses to act in litigation related to construction risks, financial lines, D&O, W&I lines, and other policy types. Litigator Samuel Hung’s expertise spans professional indemnity, financial lines, and property claims. Andrew Carpenter regularly assists clients with their corporate and regulatory needs. David Smyth represents professionals facing indemnity and special risk claims, and Rebecca Wong tackles coverage issues concerning finance professionals’ indemnity, P&C, and cyber. Former practice head Antony Sassi relocated to the firm's London office.
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Testimonials
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‘We had the pleasure of working with Andrew Carpenter and Heidi Ng. They are both exceptional and always go above and beyond!’
‘RPC's insurance practice combines sector expertise with a commercial and collaborative approach. The team is responsive, pragmatic and consistently delivers clear, strategic advice across complex coverage and regulatory matters. RPC offers the agility of a boutique with the breadth of a full-service practice.’
‘Andrew Carpenter stands out for his strategic thinking and ability to distil complex issues into clear, actionable advice. He brings a calm authority to high-pressure situations and is a trusted sounding board on challenging matters.'
- 'Rebecca Wong is sharp, responsive, and incredibly thorough. Her attention to detail and ability to manage multifaceted claims with efficiency and clarity make her stand out from her peers.’
‘Insurance is second nature to the practitioners, and they speak the same language as us when working on cases. They are a good and trustworthy bridge between the insured, brokers and insurers.'
‘Jonathan Crompton, Partner - the go-to person who listens and tailors services accordingly Rebecca Wong, Partner - she listens and can hear the real reason Fiona So, Senior Associate - incisive and knowledgeable, you know you are in safe hands. Carmel Green, Partner - technically very sound and a tough litigator fighting in your corner. Samuel Hung, Partner - trusted for regulatory and audit negligence work.’
‘The financial lines insurance team is technically strong. Advice is erudite and addresses specific concerns.'
‘Rebecca Wong is technically strong and able to quickly grasp issues at hand.'
Key clients
- AIG
- Allianz
- Allied World
- Chubb
- ESSAR
- Generali
- Liberty
- Markel
- QBE
- Zurich
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Carmel Green
Other key lawyers
Samuel Hung; Andrew Carpenter; David Smyth; Rebecca Wong; Heidi Ng