Insurance Sector: Insurer (International & Cross-Border)
Global Guide 2024 : UK
Band 2
Contact number
+44 20 7264 8000Chambers Review
HFW continues to be held in high esteem for its impressive insurance, aviation and shipping practices led out of its London headquarters. The law firm is highly attuned to the needs of insurers and underwriters and demonstrates a clear commitment to handling multi-jurisdictional work through its impressive international network, which includes teams situated throughout Europe, the Middle East, South-East Asia, China and Australia.
Contentious claims relating to the marine and energy spheres are expertly handled by HFW's London practitioners. The team is also adept at advising insurers in connection with disputes arising out of natural disasters, construction projects and damage to industrial and offshore property. Cross-border insurance expertise, particularly relating to Latin American countries, can be provided from London, and the team regularly combines with strong insurance practices across HFW's wider network.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"HFW's team are skilled and very experienced at handling cross-border matters. We had a high volume of work out of APAC and we never experienced any lack of responsiveness despite time differences, which is unsurpassed in our experience."
"HFW's team are skilled and very experienced at handling cross-border matters. We had a high volume of work out of APAC and we never experienced any lack of responsiveness despite time differences, which is unsurpassed in our experience."