Hogan Lovells International LLP's London practice has strong international ties, often handling cross-border mandates for UK clients as well as acting for overseas clients in insurance and reinsurance litigation. The team has a strong suit in reinsurance claims, which are led by practice co-head Jamie Rogers, and is well known for its expertise in handling matters related to the Lloyd’s Market. Co-head Lydia Savill is the go-to for claims involving business interruption; she has advised reinsurers, brokers and insurers on numerous Covid-19 claims. Nick Atkins is noted for his skills in multi-jurisdictional insurance and reinsurance matters, while Victor Fornasier focuses on reinsurance claims. Charlie Shute is well versed in advising on disputes related to mis-sold payment protection insurance.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘An amazing spectrum of talent and ability in specialist areas of law.’

  • ‘Nick Atkins is a highly accomplished litigator with tremendous gravitas. Victor Fornasier is a master tactician. Charlie Shute has a razor-sharp intellect combined with an extraordinary tenacity to achieve results.’

  • ‘Hogan Lovells has a very strong insurance and reinsurance team. I am impressed by the depth of its expertise in this field, coupled with its commercial approach to the issues.’

  • ‘Charlie Shute is a standout lawyer in the team. He combines excellent understanding of the legal and technical detail with practical good sense. I would highly recommend him. Nick Atkins is a superb partner, calm and considered in his advice.’

  • ‘Outstanding expertise in some of the most technical and specialised areas of (re)insurance law, notably sanctions and Lloyd's.’

  • ‘Jamie Rogers has a rare combination of technical mastery and commercial understanding.’

  • ‘Charles Shute and Jamie Rogers are standout individuals - both are intelligent, diligent and experienced.’

  • 'Jamie Rogers' team understands the uniqueness of sanctions issues from a (re)insurer's perspective and is able to offer practical solutions and insights.'

Key clients

  • Citibank
  • Securis
  • Starr

Work highlights

  • Advising Citibank on PPI claims and on cutting-edge legal developments arising from the end stage of the permitted period for PPI claims.
  • Represented Citibank in test case litigation on issues of limitation and related strategy in response to volume claims, namely the leading case of Potter v Canada Square Operations.
  • Assisting Citibank with all elements of the defence of group proceedings, including conduct of litigation, strategic advice and financial reserving.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jamie Rogers, Lydia Savill

Other key lawyers

Nick Atkins, Victor Fornasier, Charlie Shute