Insurance: Mainly Policyholders
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 2
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Provided by Edwin Coe LLP
Edwin Coe assists and advises clients on a wide range of disputed insurance claims arising from denial of liability and policy avoidance by insurers.
We have specialised in insurance litigation for over 35 years and our experience, coupled with our strengths in commercial and insolvency work, enable us to assist clients not only in dealing with their disputed claim, but also in coping with cash flow, trade creditors and many other related commercial problems that often arise from the delayed settlement of an insurance claim.
We receive a high level of referrals from professional intermediaries, accountants, assessors, brokers and other lawyers and we have strong connections with professionals in related fields, from barristers to forensic scientists, forensic accountants, specialist brokers and expert underwriters. Their expertise helps us to produce the best results for our clients.
We advise on many issues regarding numerous sectors including: Waste Management, Print & Packaging, Hotel, Restaurants and Leisure, Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing, Construction, Engineering, Retail and Professional services.
Edwin Coe has also acted in some of the leading cases on broker’s negligence and the duties of Loss Assessors. In appropriate cases we will act on a “no win, no fee” basis.
For further information please see www.edwincoe.com/our-expertise/insurance-litigation/
Chambers Review
Edwin Coe focuses on acting for policyholders in actions against household-name insurers. The firm routinely receives instruction in major property damage and business interruption matters, particularly those arising as a result of fire. The team is also adept at handling brokers' negligence claims with notable emphasis on advising clients in the manufacturing, waste disposal and energy sectors.
Work Highlights
- Edwin Coe advised DC Bars in a claim against its insurerfor business interruption losses caused by the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Edwin Coe is one of the most efficient teams in the London market, they know how to maximise value."
"Edwin Coe's team is incredibly competent and caring; everything is dealt with at the very first opportunity."
"Edwin Coe has a very resourceful team, with excellent research capability."
"Edwin Coe is one of the most efficient teams in the London market, they know how to maximise value."
"Edwin Coe's team is incredibly competent and caring; everything is dealt with at the very first opportunity."
"Edwin Coe has a very resourceful team, with excellent research capability."
Notable Practitioners
Roger Franklin is a litigator who acts for policyholders on an impressive array of commercial insurance disputes. He has particular expertise in large-scale claims for property damage and business interruption following catastrophic fires.
"Roger always puts his clients' needs before the needs of the firm; he is really trusted and knows what he is doing."
"Roger has a real depth of experience, he's been doing it for decades, knows all the tricks and he gets good results."
Nicola Maher acts for an impressive roster of policyholder clients, including major corporates and high net worth individuals. She maintains an excellent reputation in coverage disputes concerning property damage and business interruption.
"She's really excellent - she know it all backwards."
"Nicola is always on the ball; she's exceptionally hard working and is attentive to detail."
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