Insurance plays a pivotal role in the smooth running of businesses and economies. A strategic risk management tool, it provides a security net against unforeseen adversities. With increasing complexities in the global business environment, insurance disputes too, have become more complex and contentious. Notably, in China there is a growing need for adept lawyers who are experts in contentious insurance matters. In this article, we showcase some of these exceptional legal minds operating in international firms.
These lawyers are well-versed in identifying potential risks, solving insurance disputes, and providing innovative, nuanced, and strategic viewpoints on insurance matters. Their clientele ranges from insurers, reinsurers, brokers, and corporate policyholders. Their areas of specialisation include professional indemnity, medical negligence, casualty claims, cyber insurance, aviation insurance, D&O policy claims, and many more.
From representing clients in the courtroom to providing risk management advice, these lawyers are making strides in the contentious insurance landscape. Here is a close look at their profiles, their firms, their key areas of expertise, and they are industry leaders in contentious insurance in China.
David Kan, Howse Williams
David Kan is a unique blend of a medical doctor and lawyer. He is known for his profound knowledge in medical negligence cases, defending doctors, and other medical professionals. He also excels in handling regulatory matters related to medical industries.
David G Smyth, RPC
No website link is available for David Smyth. However, him holding more than three decades’ worth of experience in handling financial lines and professional indemnity claims can’t be overlooked. Various professional services firms seek his expertise regularly.
Mun Yeow, Clyde & Co
Mun Yeow specializes in wide-ranging contentious insurance matters, including professional indemnity and cyber-insurance. She has also been active on COVID-19 related insurance disputes and D&O policy claims.
Rosie Ng, Clyde & Co
Rosie Ng is known for her expertise in representing both policyholders and insurers on insurance and reinsurance dispute resolution mandates. She’s an authority on financial lines, product liability and property insurance claims.
Peter Coles, Clyde & Co
At the helm of the firm’s APAC aviation practice, Peter Coles caters to airlines, operators and other aviation sector-related corporate clients on an extensive range of regulatory and insurance matters.
Angela S Y Yim, Mayer Brown
Angela Yim is an experienced insurance litigator covering public liability and professional indemnity claims, with a knack for handling casualty claims, specifically personal injury and motor insurance.
Tow Lu Lim, Mayer Brown
Lim Tow Lu stands out for his expert representation in insurance claims and disputes. He advises corporate clients on insurance regulatory matters and is active in cybersecurity and ransomware insurance matters.
Gloria Jones, Clyde & Co
Gloria Jones maintains a robust casualty insurance practice covering an array of claims, including personal injury and product liability claims. She also advises clients on policy wording and regulatory issues.
Kelvin Lee, Ince
Kelvin Lee is proficient in handling marine and cargo insurance claims along with property damage and product liability claims. His expertise is sought by both foreign and Chinese insurers.
Joanie Ko, Kennedys
Joanie Ko is widely respected for her experience in directors’ and officers’ insurance, as well as financial lines and professional indemnity mandates. She has been increasingly active in cyber-related fraud insurance matters.
Whether it is an intricate medical negligence case or a strategic aviation risk management scenario, these lawyers continue to meet the multifaceted demands of their clients. They help navigate the challenging terrains of insurance disputes, push legal boundaries, and set new standards in the sphere of contentious insurance.
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