Insurance disputes
Insurance dispute resolution is our passion and purpose and, at Fenchurch Law, we have unrivalled expertise in this area. We act only for policyholders, never insurers, and so our specialist solicitors are uniquely positioned to guarantee a conflict-free approach.
We work predominantly (although not exclusively) with corporate policyholders of all sizes and across all industry sectors. We are resolute in our commitment to provide each and every one of our clients with access to the highest quality strategic legal advice before a dispute arises and, if a coverage dispute is unavoidable, we work closely with our clients to help resolve it as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.
When significant losses occur, some clients prefer to involve us from the very start. We often provide strategic advice before a claim under a policy is made in order to minimise the risk of the insurer disputing the claim, including advising about how to present the claim in order to maximise policy coverage and speed up the settlement process.
Where a claim has already been declined in full or in part, our specialist insurance lawyers will initially assess the situation and provide advice on the underlying merits of a claim against the insurer. Where required, our solicitors can then provide guidance as to how best to resolve any coverage dispute that arises. If it becomes necessary, we will then issue proceedings in order to compel the insurer to pay a claim.
At whatever stage of a case Fenchurch Law becomes involved, we always work proactively to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. Our experience in and understanding of the insurance industry is unique among policyholder focused insurance specialists. Our expert solicitors understand the commercial relationships between policyholders, insurers and brokers and we do everything possible to ensure that insurance disputes are resolved in a way that preserves and strengthens the long-term value of those important relationships.
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Upcoming events
Archer v Ace and what it means for the CAR/Builders Risk market
In this session, David will be speaking with Jeremiah Welch of SDV West, the attorney who successfully represented the policyholder in the subsequent case of Archer Western v Ace.
Date: 23rd September 2024
Case study
International Risks
A multinational oil and shipping company in an insurance coverage dispute in relation to the theft of its cargo in Libya.
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International Risks
The owner of a global luxury hotel group with locations in Dubai, Mauritius, Rwanda, South Africa, Mexico, Morocco and Australia, regarding its Covid BI losses, which exceed US$200m.
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International Risks
A leading online gaming provider in a dispute over the application of deductible and aggregation provisions in its E&O insurance policy, in a claim arising from a class action in the Middle East.
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International Risks
A civil works contractor, represented by our team in a coverage dispute relating to the construction of one of the world’s longest cable-stayed bridges, in Central America.
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International Risks
A high-profile international cricketer in a dispute with his casualty insurer arising from injury which prevented him from participating in the Indian Premier League.
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International Risks
An offshore investment fund in a coverage dispute with its D&O insurers concerning indemnity for a £30m claim by investors for alleged negligence/breach of fiduciary duties by its directors.
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International Risks
The owners of a Ukrainian wind farm, pursuing a €150m claim under a political violence policy, following the Russian invasion.
Our approach
Understand how our solicitors support honest policyholders with genuine claims to ensure their claims are paid promptly and in full
We work shoulder to shoulder with insurance brokers to combine legal and commercial pressure on behalf of policyholders
Our culture and values
Freedom and responsibility are at the heart of the unique culture of our law firm
At Fenchurch Law, we are building a strong and successful business with a unique culture
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