Insurance: Contentious Claims & Reinsurance - UK
What the team is known for
Simmons & Simmons is a well-regarded firm with expertise across a range of complex and high-end insurance disputes. The firm acts for a broad roster of insurers, financial institutions and brokers on both domestic and international mandates. The team demonstrates particular strength in handling coverage disputes arising out of construction defect, professional indemnity and product liability claims.
Strengths
"They understand the commercial aspects of settling a claim."
"The firm has very knowledgeable lawyers with a strong commercial sense."
"The team is extremely commercially aware. They are particularly comfortable giving you an opinion rather than sitting on the fence."
"Simmons & Simmons do a range of quality matters."
Notable practitioners
International head of insurance at Simmons & SimmonsJames Pollock has a practice with a particular focus on professional liability claims, most notably in the construction industry. He is a skilled litigator and also handles ADR proceedings. "James Pollock has legendary negotiation skills." "He provides fantastic advice."
