We have a strong team advising some of the leading insurers on directors’ and officers’ (D&O) liability claims. We regularly advise on coverage matters on the London market’s most high-profile claims, as well as liaising with insureds to monitor and promote the defence of the underlying disputes or investigations.
We regularly advise insurers on covers such as:
Our team also has considerable expertise in drafting policies.
Our in-depth knowledge of the insurance industry means we really appreciate the issues associated with this fast moving area - from their legal, commercial and regulatory perspectives. Many of the claims we manage are complex or have an international aspect. We often work with our foreign and associated offices, or where necessary, with local firms.
We also have considerable experience defending corporate managers. Our insurance team is complemented by our contentious workplace group, which regularly defends managers and entities in connection with employment, health and safety, white collar crime, civil fraud, regulatory and environmental matters. Our strong insolvency and commercial departments are also able to provide support, where their particular expertise is required.
Work highlights
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Advising insurers in connection with coverage and monitoring claims for breach of fiduciary duty arising out of alleged breach of financial assistance provisions.
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Advising insurers on coverage relating to investor and liquidator claims following the collapse of a US investment fund.
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Advising insurers on coverage and monitoring claim against management of a major airline alleging breach of competition law.
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Advising insurers on coverage and monitoring proceedings against directors accused of breaching UN sanctions.
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Advising insurers on substantial rights issues by a FTSE 100 company that led to claims by shareholders for misrepresentations and non-disclosure in the prospectuses.