39 Essex Chambers is active in all essential areas of professional negligence, with actions against construction professionals being its main area of activity. Lawyers are able to use their knowledge of insurance law and understand the work required for construction projects to represent their clients. Famous building silk manufacturer Paul Darling KC worked on Blue Manchester v NWGR, which involved a lawsuit filed by a freeholder against an architect over the design of a cladding system on the Manchester Hilton. Marion Smith KC has extensive experience representing and advising clients in Europe and the ASEAN region in a wide range of professional negligence cases. “Emma Ainsley was an outstanding figure in terms of efficiency and was completely at the forefront of document planning and overall organization to ensure that this case was presented to the court in the most professional manner possible.” “Christopher Crane demonstrates professionalism and experience in his field, is always available and able to provide solid and timely advice that was so important for an urgent matter. It was clear that his work ethic and expertise was appreciated by all the professionals involved, which can be rare and crucial for a positive outcome. “The professional negligence team is balanced and provides excellent customer service.” Following the merger with RadcliffesLeBrasseur LLP in June 2022, Weightmans LLP`s large combined national team regularly represents healthcare clients at GMC and GDC hearings and defends lawyers facing SRA and SDT litigation. The office also carries out work involving architects, accountants and the police. Sam Flew leads the healthcare team of which William Childs, Stewart Duffy, Simon Gomersall, Anne Green, Ian Sadler, Alistair Hewitt and Ricardo Bassani are key partners. Richard Jolly is Head of the National Health Sector Practice; Mickaela Fox specializes in lawyer-related matters; Susanna Heley specializes in professional disciplinary work for lawyers; and Nigel West “has unparalleled experience.” Consultants Alex Leslie and Richard Privett also have experience in healthcare, while senior partner Tom Thurlow is “very attuned to the needs of his clients” and Sadie O`Reilly is a recently promoted healthcare partner.

Former Police Chief Tom Nutter joined RJW Legal in April 2022. The Bristol office of Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP works closely with its teams in Southampton and London to defend against professional negligence claims, representing insured professionals in areas such as construction, accounting and law. Bristol`s key figures are Zoe Lettieri, Managing Associate, and Susan Periselneris, Partner. “WBD has great strength in professional negligence work and is admired for its expertise by colleagues who do similar work as an insurance backed defender. “Stephensons` lawyers are down to earth and reassure clients. In addition, they have good judgment with respect to the important tactical and strategic elements of professional disciplinary work. “Competent and supportive legal and regulatory team. Commercially aware and able to develop pragmatic and commercially sound legal and regulatory solutions. “The team has deep strength at all levels with outstanding personalities.

One of the best law firms when it comes to professional negligence practice. DAC Beachcroft LLP`s “exceptional” team handles a variety of cases and defends claims in the key areas of professional negligence, cyber claims and claims, led by Hans Allnutt. Liam O`Connell advises clients on important multi-party and cross-border litigation on a range of issues, from D&O claims to advising insurers in the emergency market. Mark Roach specializes in complex construction and professional negligence claims. Ross Risby defends claims against a number of professionals, including lawyers and insurance brokers, with key clients including the Bar Mutual Indemnity Fund and Markel. Markel Law LLP represents a number of recognized insurance divisions for professional liability claims defense and policy coverage advice. The firm is instructed by policyholders under legal expenses insurance and raises professional negligence claims against lawyers, accountants and insurance brokers. The legal services business does not operate according to the traditional partnership model, but in a more flexible structure.

Mark Rankin leads the team specializing in defending claims against policyholders in emerging professions such as technology, media and telecommunications. Co-Director Christopher Burns offers his expertise in construction disputes. “A well-known team in professional negligence claims by lenders. Very broad experience and always relevant. Proactive in ensuring clients are up to date with relevant knowledge. Always strive to introduce legal innovation wherever possible. Especially like using High Q Collaborate to handle issues and submit instructions. “Charlotte Kelly is a partner who cannot do enough to support her clients, who is always available, very knowledgeable and professional.

She is always smiling, which is also contagious. Their production is always top notch. “Nigel West has unrivalled experience in dealing with the Solicitors Regulation Authority, gained over many years of practice. I have absolute confidence in his legal advice in this area. Kennedy`s professional responsibility team has cross-sector expertise, handling claims in construction, financial services, insurance and legal services, among others. The practice has observed increasing instructions in high-end cladding claims, architect disciplinary issues, and insurance policy issues. Jeremy Riley, Practice Director, who is also National Head of Professional Liability Insurance, regularly advises insurers on coverage issues and policy disputes. Co-director Claire Bushen is known for her work in traditional professions, particularly the renowned practice of lawyers and accountants. Tom Handley and Hannah Williams complete the management quartet recognized for handling claims against construction professionals and advising insurers on complex coverage and monitoring issues. “RPC`s professional discipline offerings are exceptional, and the team has in-depth strength from the associated level to the associate level.” “Stephen Burns had a very good understanding of what was important and what needed to be addressed.

He gave excellent advice that helped us achieve a very good result in a complicated case of professional negligence.