Insurance: Contentious Claims & Reinsurance
Global Guide 2024 : UK
Band 2
Contact number
+44 20 7264 8000Chambers Review
HFW has a renowned team that represents both leading insurance entities and policyholders in complex coverage and reinsurance disputes arising in sectors such as aviation, energy and mining. The firm is often involved in significant international work, including particular strength in mandates issuing from Latin America. Its experience includes big-ticket claims relating to property damage, business interruption and other losses associated with major political upheaval and natural disasters.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"HFW has very good experts who bring everything to the table."
"The firm is very knowledgeable and experienced within insurance, and their lawyers are to the point and practical."
"Their advice is sound and rigorous."
"HFW has very good experts who bring everything to the table."
"The firm is very knowledgeable and experienced within insurance, and their lawyers are to the point and practical."
"Their advice is sound and rigorous."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Bandurka is a consultant in the team known for his expertise in handling matters concerning a range of insurance policies, including product liability and professional indemnity. He acts as a mediator on disputes as well as accepting appointments as an arbitrator.
"Andrew Bandurka is user-friendly and easy to deal with. He is pragmatic and makes good tactical decisions."
Christopher Foster is highly regarded for his contentious insurance practice, in which he handles an impressive array of complex coverage and reinsurance disputes. He has experience handling matters related to claims for property damage, construction defects and professional liability, among others.
"Christopher Foster is incredibly thoughtful, detail-oriented and practical. He can take something which is complex and turn it into something which is understandable."
"He is extremely pragmatic and commercially driven when giving advice. He thinks about the case front to back, and he has sound insurance and reinsurance knowledge."
"Christopher is outstanding. He is one of the best lawyers I have worked with."
Jonathan Bruce specialises in representing policyholders in insurance claims and coverage disputes, with notable expertise in energy, property and marine matters. He regularly handles cases with international aspects and has particular knowledge of Latin America.
"He is a top-draw advocate and litigator."
"Jonathan Bruce is always very helpful and supportive."
Nigel Wick is adept at handling a range of insurance and reinsurance matters on behalf of policyholders. He has particular experience in disputes involving both onshore and offshore energy facilities.
"Nigel is great to work with in forming and executing strategic plans."
"Nigel Wick is extremely responsive with a sharp and stringent analytical mind."
"Nigel is loved by clients because of his calm and effective style."
London based Christopher Cardona remains deeply involved in the representation of both insured parties and insurers across Latin America, especially in Colombia and Mexico.
"Christopher Cardona is an excellent attorney who is very knowledgeable in insurance and litigation."
"Christopher Cardona is a seasoned insurance lawyer who can bring the most complex case to its simplest form. He then finds the best solution."