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Clyde & Co LLP

Insurance

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Clyde & Co LLP

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About

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We’ve been at the heart of global commerce for nearly a century, helping the insurance market navigate an ever-changing risk landscape.

Today, the risks that insurers and their insureds face are becoming ever more interconnected and complex wherever they operate around the world. Whether that’s driven by the digital revolution, geopolitical tension and uncertainty, the existential threats posed by climate change or the ever increasing legal and regulatory risks faced by organisations and their directors and officers, the world is increasingly unpredictable and volatile.

All this calls for an agile and informed response. Our global teams use their deep insurance sector knowledge and commercial understanding to advise on issues such as dispute resolution, multi-jurisdictional litigation, coverage issues, contentious regulatory proceedings, policy wording issues, product development, corporate and commercial services, and recoveries.

From the smallest claim to the most complex risk, our in-depth, on-the-ground knowledge is supported by a truly interconnected global approach. This combination of local insight and global network allows us to offer rapid access to expertise wherever you operate. We can help you navigate these risks and futureproof your business.

Chambers Review

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Insurance - Scotland

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Clyde & Co is a leading UK insurance firm with a solid offering in Scotland, handling claims and coverage disputes of all sizes. The team is adept at representing insurers and public authorities in a wide range of contentious matters related to catastrophic injury, professional risk and occupational disease.

Strengths

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  • With Clyde & Co there was clear direction and strategy, even when matters ebbed and flowed during the claim.

    Insurance respondentUK
  • Clyde & Co have a great understanding of the unique legislation and how the business works. They have excellent commercial awareness which is always present in the advice they give.

    Insurance respondentUK
  • The service provided is one of sound legal advice mixed with some common sense in a straightforward manner.

    Insurance respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Shirley Wyles
    Band 1Shirley Wyles

    Shirley Wyles

    Shirley Wyles is head of the firm's property team and has notable insurance litigation expertise. She specialises in insurance matters concerning property damage arising from catastrophic fire and flooding incidents.
    • Shirley is excellent - exceptionally smart, and good at delivering tough news when needed.

      Insurance respondentUK
    • Shirley is highly knowledgeable in this field, providing clear and detailed advice with a view to resolving complex disputes.

      Insurance respondentUK
  • Band 2Sarah Crewes
    Band 2Sarah Crewes

    Sarah Crewes

    Sarah Crewes has a considerable disputes practice which sees her assisting insurers in the defence of claims. Matters frequently come from a wider range of sectors such as construction and education.

    • Sarah provides a clear view and strategy for complex, challenging claims.

      Insurance respondentUK
    • Sarah Crewes has always delivered a highly professional, approachable and commercially supportive level of service.

      Insurance respondentUK

Ranked Individuals at Clyde & Co LLP (2)

Scotland

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