Equipped with ‘unrivalled knowledge of the sector’, HFW's insurance group is well versed at handling contentious claims pertaining to business interruption, product liability and professional indemnity. Its vast sector knowledge spans aviation, shipping, energy, construction and international trade. Christopher Foster takes charge of the team and has significant experience handling large COVID-19-related reinsurance disputes. Rupert Warren remains a key contact for several London market insurers. Adam Strong is noted for his knowledge of the Bermuda reinsurance market. Mark Meyer and Christopher Cardona are active in property and business interruption claims.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: NPS ®
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Rupert Warren is very responsive and very good. You feel at ease in his capable hands.’
- ‘HFW has extensive knowledge of the insurance sector, particularly the UK domestic market. Undoubtedly one of the leading works for such firms with unrivalled knowledge of the sector.’
Key clients
- Aviva
Work highlights
Advised Aviva in relation to two COVID-19 business interruption insurance claims.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Christopher Foster
Other key lawyers
Christopher Cardona; Rupert Warren; Adam Strong; Jonathan Bruce; Nigel Wick; Mark Meyer; Simon Banner