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Simon Howarth KC

Simon Howarth KC

UK Bar 2026

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Professional Negligence

London (Bar)

14 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Simon is particularly sought after for his expertise in relation to financial professionals: IFAs, accountants, insurance brokers and mortgage brokers. He has acted in a series of leading cases relating to the powers and duties of the Financial Services Ombudsman and liabilities under FSMA 2000. Simon recently appeared in the Supreme Court in KVB v Kession, an important appeal relating to the application of section 39 FSMA. Judgment is awaited. He also acts in relation to claims against barristers and solicitors, and construction professionals.

He has particular expertise in limitation issues and in cases involving liability for the acts of agents.

Simon is often retained in cases involving alleged fraud, and since taking silk he has frequently advised on coverage and other insurance issues in the professional indemnity field.

He defends all kinds of professionals in disciplinary proceedings and he advises on professional regulatory issues.

Professional Memberships

He is a member of the PNBA and COMBAR, and is a case reviewer for Advocate, the Bar’s Pro Bono Charity.

Publications

He is a contributor to Ter Haar, Levene and Laney on Construction Insurance.

Personal

Simon was educated at Magdalen College Oxford, called to the Bar in 1991 and took silk in 2022.

Chambers Review

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UK Bar

Professional Negligence - London (Bar)

Band 4
Individual Editorial

Simon Howarth KC has an extensive practice in claims of solicitors' and barristers' negligence, but is also able to advise on claims regarding insurance brokerage disputes. He is also regularly instructed in complex, high-value claims arising in the financial services sector.

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  • Simon Howarth KC is very good at what he does. He's a good advocate and negotiator. A real all-rounder, his drafting is great, as are his negotiating skills.

    Professional NegligenceUK Bar

  • Simon Howarth KC is very good on advisory work and pleadings.

    Professional NegligenceUK Bar

  • Simon Howarth KC is extremely knowledgeable and always willing to provide help and guidance.

    Professional NegligenceUK Bar

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