Weightmans LLP
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The professional negligence team at Weightmans LLP is ‘outstanding from senior to junior members’. The team specialises in high-value, multi-party claims against professionals in the construction sector often concerning fire safety and defects, while also regularly defending cases against legal professionals. Mickaela Fox, who is an expert in indemnity claims, and Mike Grant, who defends various construction and insurance claims, including through arbitration and mediation, jointly lead the practice. Further key members of the team include Alex Marler, who has a broad practice which includes advising on Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers) Act claims, Pamela Freeland who frequently assists major insurers in the sector and Sarah Irwin, who oversees claims in the construction and legal sectors. Ian McConkey joined from DAC Beachcroft LLP in January 2026.
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Mickaela Fox; Mike Grant
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Alex Marler; Pamela Freeland; Sarah Irwin; Deborah Sullivan; Ian McConkey