Forbes Solicitors’ nationally recognised insurance team is noted for its expertise in complex and high-value casualty, construction, disease, and abuse claims, acting for over 60 local authorities and numerous national insurers. The practice includes Chris Booth in fraud and disease, Kella Bowers in social care and abuse, and Ridwaan Omar in large loss and regulatory. Alastair Gillespie has experience in abuse litigation, while Elizabeth Bower oversees housing-related casualty work. The team regularly handles claims for clients in the construction, sports, retail, and leisure sectors and is known for its strength in fraud defence and inquest representation.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
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‘A "boutique" firm trusted by a broad range of insurers to handle a broad spectrum of personal injury work, offering a more personal touch than the larger firms.’
‘The team has a national capability but provides a service which feels local. They invest time to understand the business and needs of their clients and do so in a very personable manner.’
Key clients
- Calderdale MBC
- Leeds City Council
Work highlights
Representing Hull City Council in large fraud ring involving 64 Claimants.
Practice head
Chris Booth; Kella Bowers; Elizabeth Bower; Alastair Gillespie; Ridwaan Omar