HFW
With wide-ranging expertise in industrial risks, product liability, professional indemnity and public liability insurance, HFW is highly active in representing major insurance companies in litigation – most recently including a number of business interruption claims relating to the Covid-10 pandemic – as well advising on regulatory, distribution and compliance matters. The team is well-equipped to handle cross-border cases, with members who are qualified in France, England and Wales, and Germany. Pauline Arroyo has a broad practice, with notable strength in product liability. Litigation specialists Olivier Purcell, Guillaume Brajeux (an expert in industrial risks) and Iris Vögeding (who also advises on regulatory issues) are also noted.
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Testimonials
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‘HFW is without a doubt the best law firm in Paris for civil liability and insurance law disputes. The team is excellent, the services and deliverables are of very high quality, and the invoicing is completely correct. The establishment of partner/associate pairs allows for seamless availability. On a scale of 1 to 10, my rating is 15.’
‘Our cooperation with HFW is highly professional, and the whole team is very collaborative and responsive. Furthermore, the team has in-depth knowledge of the details of German law and is therefore a great sparring partner, particularly because their advice is creative and thoughtful.’
‘Iris Vögeding deserves special mention. Iris is an extremely thorough lawyer who always has a feel for the relevant points of a case. Her reasoning is always well-thought-out, and it is impressive that Iris has outstanding expertise in German law, even though she practises in France. Besides, she has a highly creative mind and is an outstanding strategist in terms of litigation. Iris is responsive, and her friendly nature makes her a pleasure to work with.'
‘Involved team with multiple skills in insurance and commercial law, responsive, available and able to mobilize quickly. The firm attracts new talents and helps them grow their skills on major files.’
Key clients
- AXA France
- AXA XL
- MMA
- MAAF
- GMF
- Generali
- Helvetia
- Hiscox
- Zurich
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Pauline Arroyo