The team at Mills & Reeve LLP ‘boasts exceptional industry knowledge’, which allows it ’to navigate complex legal landscapes with finesse’. The large team 'leaves no stone unturned'. It frequently acts on multi-million pound claims  and coverage disputes in the professional indemnity insurance market. Angus Turner is highly sought after by law firms when faced with a negligence claim. Neil Frankland ’s focus is on construction and brokers’ negligence cases. David Gooding has an established practice - he defends accountants' and solicitors’ negligence claims. Also recommended is Lucy Howard who leads on professional indemnity claims that arise from trust, probate and private tax related matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘An excellent team, with strength and depth in numbers. Client focussed.’

  • ‘David Gooding - very switched on, commercially astute, great with clients Andrea Stanford - excellent with clients, engaged.’

  • ‘When we're looking to select a partner to help us through the most difficult of situations, it's David Gooding's team at Mills & Reeve that I go to. They genuinely care about us as an organisation and make us feel like they have our backs at all times.’

  • ‘David Gooding is my go to person. He's always available to speak to and is reassurance personified. ’

  • ‘Their understanding of insurance matters runs deep. Their technical excellence shines through in their meticulous approach to cases. Their focus on practical solutions ensures that clients’ interests are safeguarded. Their adeptness at mediations is commendable.'

  • ‘David Gooding excels in client management. His ability to build strong relationships with clients ensures their needs are met effectively. His strategic approach to litigation sets him apart. David navigates legal challenges with foresight and precision.'

  • 'James Thompson is a true expert in the field of Broker Professional Indemnity (PI). His depth of knowledge makes him a go-to lawyer for this area. Combining complex technical understanding of broker coverage with commercial astuteness, James achieves optimal outcomes for clients.'

  • 'The team seamlessly taps into the full resources and expertise of the wider firm. For instance, their specialist probate advice from the probate team adds value to their insurance practice. This collaborative approach ensures that clients benefit from a holistic legal perspective.'

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Practice head

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Angus Turner, Neil Frankland, David Gooding, Lucy Howard

Other key lawyers

Andrea Lynch, James Thompson