Keoghs LLP fields a sizeable team which is strong when it comes to complex injury, disease and historic abuse costs claims, acting for clients in the insurance and regulated services sectors. The team also frequently engages with the Civil Justice Council and Ministry of Justice over areas such as costs reforms. Howard Dean, who is ‘one of the foremost figures in the world of costs’, leads the team alongside Steven Dawson, who focuses on property risks and coverage, Ben Petrecz, an expert in complex injury claims, and Paul Edwards, who stands out for his work on costs arising out of abuse and disease claims, and Elise Ellson.
Testimonials
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‘Howard Dean has incredible legal and technical knowledge. He has probably taken more costs cases to the Court of Appeal for defendants than any other solicitor. He is supported by a large team of costs lawyers in Keoghs.’
‘The costs team at Keoghs is industry-leading. They are consistently involved in the most important decisions in the area.’
Key clients
- Ageas
- Allianz
Work highlights
- Advised NHS Resolution on costs arising out of clinical negligence claims.
- Advised The Ministry of Defence on approximately 5,000 NIHL claims arising out of military service.