At the forefront of contentious aviation insurance matters, HFW is a key contact for a breadth of banks, government entities, as well as wealth funds. Sam Wakerley leads the practice and is seen by clients as ‘one of the go-to people for insurance matters’, while John Barlow is knowledgeable of claims arising from cyber liability programmes. Subrogated recovery specialist Justin Whelan is ’a very sharp and well-practiced lawyer’, while Salma Achour Khouaja is adept in professional liability insurance. Thomas Neighbour is well informed of construction, energy, and financial lines risks.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team has good communicators. The team is excellent, skilled, and experienced. HFW delivered excellent results.’
- ‘The team is skilled, experienced, and exceptional. The team has a positive attitude and is committed to delivering for clients.’
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Key clients
- Emirates Insurance Company
- Qatar Reinsurance Company Limited
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Work highlights
- Advising the CTB on a claim brought in the DIFC under a trade finance policy.
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