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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Insurance

Global Guide 2026 : Global: Multi-Jurisdictional

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

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Provided by Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

The law firm maintains a strong global presence in insurance disputes with an excellent reputation for its representation of policyholders involved in complex, high value coverage claims.

The strong UK team is complemented by experienced practitioners across Europe and in Australia.

Members of the team handle a diverse range of disputes, notably those relating to property damage, energy and construction, financial services, cyber and W&I claims.

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Insurance - Global: Multi-Jurisdictional

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer maintains a strong global presence in the insurance market, with a strong UK team, complemented by groups in continental Europe, Australia and China. The law firm offers:

• Skilled representation of both insurers and policyholders in coverage claims.

• Expertise in handling disputes relating to the energy and infrastructure sectors.

• Experience advising on cyber liability and W&I policy issues.

Key contact

Alexander Oddy and Sarah McNally, both based in London, are key contacts for the practice.

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Strengths

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  • The firm has a mastery of insurance law and a commercial focus on the policyholder position. Their range of experience is unparalleled.

    Insurance respondentGlobal

  • It's certainly a market leader. The lawyers are individually great to work with and they're very knowledgeable. If you need to go into battle on a claim, they are fully committed to your corner.

    Insurance respondentGlobal

Members

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  • Alexander Oddy

  • Sarah McNally

  • Alejandra Galdos

  • Anne Hoffmann

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