Fountain Court Chambers has a strong reputation for its insurance work, with members representing both insurers and insureds on coverage disputes and in underlying third-party liability claims. The set is often involved in various types of insurance claims, including warranty and indemnity insurance and directors’ and officers’ liability claims. Bankim Thanki KC is recognised for his strong work in the aviation, commercial, and banking sectors, and is acting for Zurich Insurance on the Greensill Capital and Greensill Bank v Zurich Insurance case. Elsewhere in chambers, David Railton KC is continuously acting on high-profile, complex insurance claims, particularly, he acts for war risk insurers in the Russian Aircraft litigation. Niamh Cleary is another name to note for her work in complex insurance and reinsurance claims evolving from the war in Russia and Ukraine.
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Testimonials
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- 'Excellent, very business development and client relationship oriented. We have relationships at all levels, with specific mentions to Alex Taylor and Alfie Harper.'
- 'Fountain Court are outstanding for insurance-related disputes work. Right at the top of the tree.'
- 'An excellent set of chambers with strength-in-depth'
- 'FCC are heavily involved in Russian Aircraft litigation. They're on the whole all very good.'
- 'Very strong throughout on insurance, banking and finance disputes.'
- 'They have a great reputation, with a professional yet friendly approach. There is a solid foundation of both inbound and outbound referral work, which indicates a very healthy relationship and depth and breadth of expertise.'
Lawyers
Leading Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
David Railton KC
Anneliese Day KC
‘A strong practitioner, good with difficult clients, very down to earth, and easy to work with.’
Leigh-Ann Mulcahy KC
‘Leigh-Ann is careful and considered and always completely masters the material. Leigh-Ann has been perfect. So refreshing that she combines intellectual excellence with user friendliness.'
Derrick Dale KC
'Derrick is very clear in his advice, and despite being technically excellent, he is able to communicate difficult legal principles clearly and effectively.'
Timothy Howe KC
'Tim is very responsive, hardworking and a pleasure to deal with; he is decisive and convincing on his feet.'
Ben Lynch KC
Andrew Mitchell KC
Akhil Shah KC
Simon Atrill KC
‘Very hard worker – always on top of the detail and prepared to discuss difficult questions. Strong advocate – he conducts difficult cross-examination on foreign law calmly and forcefully – very impressive.’
James Cutress KC
Stephen Moriarty KC
Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Simon Paul
A star in the insurance market. Simon has a wealth of knowledge of insurance case law and is able to apply this effectively in finding solutions to difficult problems. Simon is a highly effective advocate.'
Christopher Langley
‘Christopher is one of the best barristers ever seen. He is polite and easy to work with. He is a very good advocate and very clever on the law, and also strong on procedure, and practical and commercial points.’
Niamh Cleary
She is a very clever and very hardworking barrister. She is easy to work with - rolls up her sleeves and takes charge of things - while also being insightful and thoughtful.'
Max Evans
‘Max’s knowledge of the area of law and subject matter is outstanding.’
Christopher Knowles
Very hard worker. Produces clear pleadings and submissions. Always courteous and calm. An asset to any team.'
Nick Daly
‘An excellent barrister who has very good judgement.’
Max Kasriel
Great lawyer, knowledgeable about both substance and procedure and a pleasure to deal with it.’