Insurance - Singapore
What the Team is Known For
HFW is well placed to handle aviation insurance work, regularly acting for major airlines and insurers. It is frequently called upon to handle contentious liability claims following air accidents and other major losses. The team possesses extensive experience in-house at insurance companies and airlines. HFW also offers expertise in shipping claims and other marine insurance matters.
Strengths
"HFW is extremely competent at handling all manner of complex matters. It is an experienced and dedicated team with the ability to prioritise and assign tasks to the most suited person within the team."
"They are very aware of the commercial landscape, and the multiple parameters that one has to juggle with."
Work Highlights
HFW defended HDI Global Speciality in relation to the operator hull war reinsurance coverage claims in the English Commercial Court.
Notable Practitioners
Kate Seaton represents airlines and other aviation companies, as well as the insurers and reinsurers, on a variety of disasters and losses across Asia-Pacific. "She is able to clearly provide her recommendations whilst considering the varying commercial positions of the parties involved." "Kate is extremely knowledgeable, commercially-minded and technically sound."
James Jordan co-heads HFW's insurance practice. He is experienced in defending insurers in relation to aircraft insurance coverage disputes. He is also equipped to advise on aircraft reinsurance policies. "James is very professional, knowledgeable and willing to share his knowledge." "James Jordan displays a commercial understanding that enables him to develop good relationships with the principals involved."
