Legal Indemnities
Claims made under legal indemnity policies are varied, complex, and time‑critical. Insurers and policyholders benefit from legal advisers who combine deep insurance expertise with a practical understanding of property law and dispute resolution. Our specialist legal indemnity team supports clients through the full lifecycle of claims, from first notification to resolution.
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Legal indemnity insurance plays a vital role in property transactions, development and refinancing. When claims arise, they frequently involve competing legal, commercial and practical considerations, requiring a clear strategy and decisive action.
We advise on claims arising from both instant‑issue and bespoke legal indemnity policies. Our lawyers provide coverage advice at an early stage and work closely with insurers and policyholders to develop a proportionate strategy that reflects the nature of the risk, the policy terms, and the commercial objectives of all parties. Where required, we offer a cradle‑to‑grave claims handling service.
Early assessment is central to effective claims management. We draw on our experience across legal indemnities, real estate, and insurance litigation to identify issues quickly, manage exposure, and reduce disruption. Our approach is structured, evidence‑led, and focused on achieving timely outcomes in a cost‑effective way.
Clear communication is a priority throughout the claims process. We work directly with policyholders to explain the issues, outline options, and provide certainty at each stage. This collaborative approach helps to manage expectations, reduce stress, and deliver outcomes that work for both insurers and their customers, even in challenging circumstances.
Our legal indemnities team is led by experienced practitioners and supported by specialist lawyers across our insurance and real estate practices. This integrated model allows us to respond swiftly to urgent issues while maintaining a consistent and high standard of service.
Featured experience
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Defending possession proceedings relating to unregistered land by establishing adverse possession, avoiding a claim exceeding the policy limit and securing a commercial settlement at mediation
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Advising on a challenge to a high‑value residential development, persuading the beneficiary to withdraw the claim and supporting the policyholder through completion of sales
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Providing urgent coverage advice in relation to access issues affecting renewable energy assets, enabling insurers to manage exposure effectively
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Correcting an inflated loss assessment by appointing appropriate experts and negotiating a fair settlement.
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Helping avert injunctive relief through early expert input and negotiations, allowing a development to proceed without delay
Mortgage fraud
Investigating complex factual issues, secured possession, and achieved full recovery following subrogation
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”"I deal mostly with Tessa Rook who is both competent and knowledgeable and has managed on many occasions to reduce our company's payments to aggrieved insured parties by careful and considered negotiation. Tessa's approach is always fair and reasonable"
Legal 500 UK 2022, Insurance: Professional Negligence, South West
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