Mishcon de Reya LLP continues to attract high-profile instructions in business interruption claims alongside a range of other insurance matters such as professional liability, construction and power generation losses and political risk. The team is often sought out by corporates to advise on business-critical insurance claims. Richard Leedham leads the practice, acting predominantly for corporate policyholders across a range of industries. Ralph Fearnhead is undertaking extensive international work, which has included political risk, property damage and business interruption claims. Chris Neilson is experienced in advising businesses on construction, property, and business interruption matters, amongst others. Sophie Fairclough acts for a range of clients, including corporate and high-net-worth individuals, on a variety of coverage disputes.
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‘Ralph Fearnhead's team was very focused and clear on what needed to be done. The matter was transactional, and given the complexities of the case, they managed the English law aspects very efficiently indeed.’
‘Ralph Fearnhead excelled: clear and concise in his advice and in what needed to be done, and a pleasure to work with.’
‘This firm stands out for always focusing on how the client's best interests are served and ensuring consistent and clear communication with the client.’
'Chris Neilson is a pleasure to work with. Always unfailingly courteous, even under pressure.’
‘Commercial and pragmatic.’
‘Expertise in the area and commitment to the best result for the client.’
‘Richard Leedham has an enormous knowledge of the area and motivates the team and counsel to deliver the best result for the client.’
‘Richard Leedham is calm, collected, completely on top of his subject and able to sense and grab a commercial resolution where one is available.'
Key clients
- Various Eateries Trading Limited
- Prosus Limited
- Norman Hay Plc
- Al Mana Group
- Burger and Lobster Restaurant Group Limited
- Newcastle Rugby Limited
Lawyers
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Leading associates
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Sophie Fairclough
Practice head
Richard Leedham
Other key lawyers
Ralph Fearnhead; Chris Neilson; Sophie Fairclough