Caroline Bridge
Hill Dickinson LLPAdrian Marsh leads the team at Hill Dickinson LLP, which is known for its strong focus on the cargo and logistics sector. Praised for its ‘unrivalled’ expertise, the ‘knowledgeable, flexible and attentive’ team assists clients with a broad array of mandates, including standard trading conditions, and supply chain issues and agreements. Marsh stands out due to his longstanding experience in marine, logistics, and shipping insurance coverage disputes, routinely acting for international trade clients, and Caroline Bridge has deep knowledge of claims concerning freight forwarder and warehouse operator liability claims. Richard Allingham is particularly adept at handling subrogated recovery claims for international logistics providers and insurers, while Edward Locke is noted for his vast expertise in requests for restorations, clandestine entry, and both import and export related border force and customs issues.
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Testimonials
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- 'Over the years I have built up a very good rapport with Adrian Marsh and Edward Locke, who are invariably available to give prompt guidance and advice. Both Adrian and Edward have in-depth knowledge, which greatly speeds up the resolution of any issues and questions that arise.'
- 'The entire team is knowledgeable, flexible and attentive. I am regularly updated on ongoing claims and they are able to explain even the more complex matters clearly and concisely.'
- 'I find Richard Allingham and Edward Locke really approachable and they always make themselves available should I have any queries. I have complete confidence in the advice they provide and wouldn't hesitate recommending their services.'
- 'The depth of experience and knowledge of marine transport losses sets the firm apart. They are able to provide a global service to clients.'
- 'The team is highly competent, with a strong focus on logistics, transport and insurance, and they are very skilled, quick and reliable.'
- 'The team has an unrivalled expertise in handling all manner of transportation and logistics issues, from major port incidents or casualties involving global logistics providers, to handling claim forms issued online by third parties.'
- 'The ability to identify a realistic solution and to build a strategy to achieve this, built on experience and expertise, keeping not only insurers advised but the insured updated as part of that solution. Adrian Marsh is adept at this and builds responses around the needs of the clients. Edward Locke and Richard Allingham have provided valuable assistance, the latter achieving some stand out results in the field of subrogation.'
- 'The Hill Dickinson team are excellent to deal with. They have great knowledge and a practical approach to dealing with matters which allows any claims to be moved forward quickly. They are very responsive to questions and thorough in their approach.'
Key clients
- RSA
- WE Cox Claims Group
- Pequod
- CNA Hardy
- AXA XL
- Aviva
- TT Club
- NMU (Specialty) Ltd
- DSV
- Hellmann Worldwide Logistics
- Zurich Insurance
- Kuehne + Nagel
- ABP
- PCL Claims
- Wincanton
- HDI
- Nacora
- Kerry Logistics
- Europa Road
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Adrian Marsh
Hill Dickinson LLPNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Richard Allingham
Hill Dickinson LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Adrian Marsh