Fenchurch Law, known for representing policyholders in insurance disputes, utilises a deep understanding of the sector to work directly with insurance brokers. Practice head David Pryce focuses on handling complex and high-value insurance coverage disputes. Joanna Grant has a notable specialism in the built environment, focusing her work on advising in commercial coverage disputes relating to all types of construction and property risks. Recognised for her policyholder work with a specialisation in financial and professional risks, Jessica Chappell joined the team from Davis Woolfe LLP in January 2024 and is working on several complex coverage disputes. The team’s expertise has also been strengthened by the arrival of Christopher Ives from Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP. Ives has a strong focus on insured warranty and indemnity claims before both international and domestic courts.
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Testimonials
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‘Fenchurch Law is really focused on delivering the results their clients need and is based on their unparalleled knowledge of policyholder work.'
'Joanna Grant is a standout insurance expert, and has appeared in pretty much every piece of major insurance litigation in the last 5 years, typically on the winning side.'
‘There are a number of exceptional individuals: Joanna Grant is a standout insurance expert, and has appeared in pretty much every piece of major insurance litigation in the last 5 years, typically on the winning side. Alex Rosenfeld is a very solid partner in the London office, doing the full range of insurance work.’
'Daniel Robin leads the Leeds office and understands what the client requires, driving unerringly for the right result.'
‘A practice that absolutely understands what policyholders need, plain language and quick response times. Great core advice with common-sense commercial application.’
‘David Pryce remains at the top of his game, complex situations explained simply.’
Key clients
- David Wood Baking
- EuroCape Ukraine I LLC
- Butlins
- Hollywood Bowl Group Plc
- The Fulham Shore
- World Challenge
- International Entertainment Holdings Limited
- Pellys / Croucher Needham
- Clarendon
- P&O Ferries
Work highlights
Acting for David Wood Baking UK Limited in Commercial Court proceedings against insurers in respect of property damage and BI losses following a catastrophic factory fire.
Advising Eurocape Ukraine I LLC on claims under direct and reinsurance policies for recovery of losses in excess of EUR 170 million arising the expropriation of the Zaporizhia wind farm.
Acting for Hollywood Bowl Group plc in Court of Appeal proceedings in respect of Covid BI losses, due to enforced closure of business premises during the pandemic.
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Practice head
David Pryce
Other key lawyers
Christopher Ives; Jessica Chappell; Joanna Grant; Daniel Robin; Alex Rosenfeld; Toby Nabarro; Jonathan Corman