Alan Stone > RPC > London, England > Lawyer Profile

RPC houses a professional negligence team that is considered to be ‘one of the most experienced in the country’. With his extensive experience defending top law firms, Nick Bird heads the team that handles professional liability claims in the legal sector. Tim Bull regularly defends a range of professionals facing allegations of professional negligence, including lawyers, trustees, and insurance brokers. Heading the construction team, Alan Stone is skilled in advising on cases involving architects, engineers, and design and build contractors. Tom Green and Felicity Strong are further recommended members of the team with a focus on claims connected to construction professionals. Richard Breavington advises on matters arising out of cyber breaches, while James Wickes leads the professional and financial risks practice; he regularly handles claims against fund managers and investment advisors. Laura Stocks is also noted for her experience in acting for brokers and accountants. The team has been strengthened with the addition of Tim Shepherd, who joined from Mayer Brown International LLP in April 2024.

RPC‘s ‘pragmatic and diligent’ contentious construction team is well equipped to represent construction managers, architects, and design build contractors in the full range of related matters. Alan Stone leads the team in safety defects and Building Safety Act-related matters, while Alexandra Anderson assists with indemnity insurers and joint shareholder agreements. Tom Green assists with TCC multi-party TCC proceedings, while Felicity Strong advises on insurance and breach of duty issues.