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Partner leading on complex insurance, reinsurance, and cross-border disputes

As head of Shoosmiths’ commercial insurance team, I specialise in litigation, arbitration, and reinsurance, with experience spanning New York, Bermuda, and London. I advise insurance market participants and clients across the financial services sector on high-value, multi-jurisdictional disputes, including policy coverage, fraud, and insolvency matters.  My work covers Bermuda Form policies, complex P&C losses, and claims involving fraud, misrepresentation, and breach of warranty. I am recognised in Chambers UK and Legal 500 for my responsiveness and strategic insight, and have co-authored leading texts on insurance law.  I am passionate about delivering clear, commercial advice and supporting clients through challenging disputes, always focussed on achieving the best possible outcomes.

Expertise
Legal excellence in action
1,495
Brilliant colleagues driving client excellence.
£217.7m
Turnover in 2024.
1845
180 years of legal excellence.
Recognition & awards
An 'outstanding leader' who has significant experience of litigation across England, New York and Bermuda.
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Managing risk & complex litigation
Dispute resolution & litigation team
From commercial disputes to regulatory investigations, we help clients resolve issues swiftly, protect reputations, and stay focussed on business goals.
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