Wynterhill LLP acts exclusively for policyholders across all types of insurance covers. Leading the practice are Stuart Hill and Dan Brooks. Brooks is well-versed in professional indemnity matters and related negligence claims, specifically within the construction sector. Hill is experienced in issues within the aviation insurance market and often works with high-net-worth individuals, insurance brokers, and financial services companies. Chris Dunlop also has expertise within the construction sector.
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‘This team is dedicated to policyholder dispute work - it is specialised and expert.’
'I value their willingness to always spend time carefully reviewing the complete background, which results in advice that can be relied upon. Stand out partners to me are Dan Brooks, Roger Jones, Michael Howard and Stuart Hill, all exceptional lawyers, especially Dan Brooks.'
‘Dan Brooks is tenacious in positioning the claim to achieve the best outcome for his clients.’
‘A well-known and reputable firm advising on insurance coverage matters. Particular strengths include advising policyholders on coverage issues, and their expertise, client care, and general approach to coverage matters are excellent.’
‘Chris Dunlop is extremely knowledgeable, clients love him, and he gets excellent results for his clients.'
'Stuart is knowledgeable, responsive, and easy to work with. He recognises the commercial dynamics of the industry and provides useful advice to move matters forward.'
'Wynterhill is without doubt one of the UK's leading policyholder insurance law firms. Their technical expertise on all aspects of insurance law is flawless, and their customer-focused approach enables them to gain a speedy understanding of the issues involved. Their impressive negotiation skills have produced an excellent record in obtaining successful results for their clients without the need to resort to litigation.'
Key clients
- Global Architectural Practice
- Directors of a Residential Management Company
- Waste Recycling Business
- Global Engineering Practice
- Pensions Specialist and Professional Trustee
- Specialist Tax Advisory Practice
- Design and Build Contractor
- Owner of various Care Homes in Northern Ireland
- Architectural Practice in London
Work highlights
Advising a major UK developer on various coverage issues arising out of cladding related claims.
Advised and represented a financial services business providing SIPP services in respect of a professional indemnity coverage dispute arising from 50+ claims being heard by the Financial Ombudsman.
Advised and successfully represented a property management company and its 6 directors in a multiparty insurance dispute following a fire that destroyed 13 flats in North London, arising from an alleged reckless breach of fair presentation principles.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Stuart Hill; Dan Brooks
Other key lawyers
Chris Dunlop; Roger Jones; Michael Howard