The DLA Piper insurance disputes team is ‘steeped in industry knowledge’, seeing it trusted with claims relating to aviation, reinsurance, property and business interruption, international financial lines and W&I. Jane Childs is at the head of the practice and is a top choice for insurance disputes in the context of financial lines and W&I claims. Leon Taylor is highly regarded for his expertise in property, energy and aviation disputes. Leanne Rogers is well known for advising on W&I claims, often of a multi-jurisdictional nature. Oliver Saunders’ practice encompasses the full spectrum of insurance business lines, with particular emphasis on property and business interruption, aviation, political risk, construction, energy and contingency. Alexandra Lyons brings energy expertise to the team, notably renewables, construction, oil and gas, petrochemical and power generation.
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‘The team are very committed to their clients' needs, and very personable - easy to get along with.’
‘Very personable, easy to get along with, whilst being dedicated and very professional. The more senior individuals have time for junior ones, and you can talk to individuals of any level of seniority. I have worked with: Leon Taylor, Oliver Saunders, Alexandra Lyons and David Evans. All are a pleasure to work with.’
Key clients
- Swiss Re
- AIG
Work highlights
Advising Tokio Marine Kiln (TMK) in respect of all their business needs and potential loss exposures relating to the Russia/Ukraine conflict and Western sanctions on Russia.
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Practice head
Jane Childs
Other key lawyers
Leanne Rogers; Leon Taylor; Oliver Saunders; Alexandra Lyons; David Evans; Charlie Andrews; Tom Voice