Edwin Coe LLP advises on a range of insurance matters, with a recent focus on COVID-19-related business interruption claims and advising several policyholder groups regarding the FCA test case. The team is led by Roger Franklin, who acts on a variety of non-marine, commercial insurance matters including professional negligence, directors and officers, shareholder claims and general liability and coverage disputes, as well as being at the forefront of business interruption claims. Nicola Maher acts across numerous sectors with particular expertise in relation to substantial property damage and business interruption claims arising from fire, flooding, design defects, cyber losses and COVID-19.
Testimonials
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‘A great firm for policyholders, with a wealth of experience in this regard.’
‘One of the strongest teams out there acting for insureds. They know what they are doing and are highly skilled at getting the right results for their clients.’
‘I thoroughly recommend Nicola Maher for her ability to cut to the heart of the matter and realise clients' commercial objectives.'
- 'Roger Franklin is no-nonsense and backs his own judgment. He is someone you would want in your corner on a difficult case.’
‘We work predominantly with Nicola Maher, an outstanding litigator with a centred strategic approach. She employs pragmatism and common sense and is supported by sound legal knowledge and a solid backup team. She is personable and engaging and always on top of her brief.’
‘A group of true specialists with unrivalled experience in insurance litigation. They have deep knowledge of law and practice in this field.’
‘Roger Franklin is committed to obtaining the best result for his clients and has excellent judgment.’
‘The dedication to the client and always being on hand when needed are truly exceptional. The team is exceptionally strong, with all members fully briefed on my case if I cannot get hold of the lead solicitor.’
Key clients
- Flat Iron Steak Ltd
- Safestay Plc
- Fuller, Smith & Turner Plc
- Gatwick Investment Ltd T/A Crowne Plaza London Gatwick Airport
- In And Out Club Ltd
- Oaxaca Ltd. T/A Wahaca
- Starboard Hotels Ltd
- George On High Ltd & George On Rye Ltd
- Carebrook Ltd & Carebrook (Camden Market) Ltd
- Delta Portfolio Property LLP
Work highlights
- Advising a brewery in connection with its claim against its insurer for £37.5m Covid-19 losses.
- Advising in the formation of a group action against QIC (Europe) Ltd and RSA in connection with claims against insurers for multiple COVID-19 losses linked to the various lockdowns.
- Advising on a refused BI claim following a fire at a listed hotel and a subsequent professional negligence claim brought against the insurance broker.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Roger Franklin