Insurance: Contentious Claims & Reinsurance - UK
What the team is known for
Browne Jacobson is recognised for handling insurance and reinsurance disputes across a variety of sectors. The firm regularly assists clients with high-value physical risk claims concerning property damage, construction defects and product liability, with additional expertise in financial lines. The team is also capable of advising on international as well as domestic matters.
Strengths
"Browne Jacobson provide value for money. Their advice is top quality and compares very favourably to other law firms."
"The team provides good clear analysis."
"Browne Jacobson provide a commercial edge offered by the top firms. They are an excellent first and last stop."
"The lawyers are very responsive and they get the brief really well. They get how we want to work and are good at giving practical advice - they give it concisely and add value."
Notable practitioners
Francis Mackie advises on a wide range of both insurance and reinsurance disputes. He has considerable experience handling contentious issues arising in the energy sector, along with D&O and professional indemnity claims. "Francis always has his finger on the pulse. He deals with high-level complexity whilst deeply understanding his client's needs at each juncture." "He is an excellent lawyer in the field of complex and contentious reinsurance disputes."
Colin Peck has substantial expertise in handling large claims for property damage and business interruption, as well as those regarding specie and other high net worth policies. He also advises on reinsurance matters. "Colin Peck is an effective lawyer."
Jonathan Newbold heads up the financial and professional risks group at Browne Jacobson. He has key experience in contentious insurance matters, regularly acting for major insurers and underwriters. "Jonathan is exceptionally good on the law. He is also good at getting into the commercial and broader aspects of cases."