Insurance: Contentious | Global

Clyde & Co is renowned for its pre-eminent contentious insurance practice globally, that is complemented by the law firm's highly rated transactional and regulatory expertise. The law firm's global insurance practice is made up of teams based in the UK, continental Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific and South Africa. The law firm offers:

• Expertise in major insurance and reinsurance disputes.

• In-depth knowledge of professional liability, political risk, marine and energy claims.

• Experience advising across a range of insurance M&A and regulatory matters.

DLA Piper's expansive global insurance offering is made up of teams across Europe, the USA and the Asia-Pacific region. Providing support on both contentious and non-contentious mandates, the law firm has particularly strong teams based in Italy, Thailand, Germany, China and Australia. The law firm offers:

• Significant expertise in handling complex insurance and reinsurance disputes.

• Experience advising on cross-border M&A transactions, corporate reorganisations and portfolio transfers.

• Considerable knowledge across cybersecurity and insurtech products.

HFW's highly respected global insurance practice comprises teams based in the UK, France and the UAE, as well as a strong presence in Latin America and the Asia-Pacific region. The law firm's primary areas of focus include:

• Advising insurers and reinsurers on complex disputes.

• Claims arising out of the marine, aviation, energy and construction spheres.

• Representation of policyholders and brokers.

Kennedys stands out for its strong contentious and non-contentious insurance work internationally. The strength of the law firm's London headquarters is enhanced by teams situated in Latin America, the Asia-Pacific region, the Middle East and continental Europe. The law firm offers:

• Experience handling high-profile, cross-border coverage claims.

• In-depth knowledge of the shipping, aviation, construction and energy sectors.

• Particular expertise in advising on Bermuda form disputes.

DAC Beachcroft is internationally recognised for its strong contentious insurance practice. The law firm's global platform is made up of a market-leading team in the UK, a strong network in continental Europe and comprehensive coverage of Latin America, with offices in Mexico, Colombia and Chile, supported by close links to firms in Brazil, Argentina and Peru. The law firm's primary areas of focus include:

• High-value insurance and reinsurance disputes.

• Comprehensive support on claims arising in the infrastructure, energy and financial services sectors.

Herbert Smith Freehills 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.

Reed Smith is internationally recognised for its contentious insurance practice. The law firm stands out for its transatlantic capabilities, with market-leading teams situated in both the USA and UK. The law firm offers:

• Expertise in representing policyholders in high-profile and complex claims.

• Considerable experience in substantial property damage, product liability and cyber loss matters.

• Skilled handling of cross-border insurance disputes.

CMS's insurance practice is highly regarded internationally, offering particularly strong centres of expertise in the UK and Germany, which are enhanced by the firm's impressive European network. The law firm's practice incorporates:

• Advice to insurers on professional negligence, aviation, cyber and construction risk policies.

• Representation of insurers and reinsurers in energy, mining and aviation disputes.

• Expertise in handling a range of contentious matters.

Hogan Lovells' international insurance offering is made up of highly rated teams based in London and Mexico supported by its impressive integrated network across Europe. The law firm's practice encompasses both contentious and non-contentious work. Its main focus areas include:

• Insurance M&A, restructuring and financing.

• Part VII transfers and Solvency II advice.

• Advising on contentious claims on behalf of insurers and reinsurers.