A full service claims proposition from one of the country's leading practices of insurance solicitors.
Our national team of 400 insurance lawyers led by 41 partners prides itself on providing highly responsive solution driven expertise to leading global and national insurers, the London Market, insurance-related intermediary organisations and also counts numerous 'household name' self-insured organisations amongst its clients.
We provide a full service claims proposition from first notification of loss through to strategic litigation across a broad range of insurance disciplines, including motor, casualty, occupational disease, property damage and business interruption, product liability, directors and officers, political risk and terrorism, professional risks, cyber, regulatory, reinsurance, subrogation, recoveries, marine and goods in transit. We handle all sizes of claims with an estimated £2.3 billion of claims reserves under our management at any one time.Â
Our service is by no means limited to claims we also provide strategic guidance for our insurer clients, monitoring the horizon for legislative, social and economic change, to help our clients either insulate against any negative effects or maximise any benefits. We not only monitor the horizon, but actively engage with the market to effect change. We are committed to engaging with our clients to develop a deep understanding of their complete legal needs and requirements.
We are acutely aware that the Insurance industry is fast moving and innovative. As a key strategic supplier to the insurance industry, we understand our responsibilities to invest in our future to take full advantage of technologies such as AI to deliver practical service delivery solutions.
About Kieran:
Kieran is head of our insurance segment and our international programme. A highly experienced litigator who acts for insurers, public authorities and international commercial organisations, he has significant experience in defendant insurance litigation particularly in high value and high profile sensitive cases.
They have always worked well with our witnesses - placing them at ease and ensuring they feel comfortable discussing details of the case. We have an excellent relationship with Henry Bermingham and Kate Wright
Legal 500, 2026
All individuals are very friendly, approachable and willing to take the time to explain the key points of the case to you. I genuinely believe they value the relationships they have with their clients.
Legal 500, 2026
Weightmans are the leading and go-to team for complex and sensitive public sector claims. They are well-resourced, demonstrate excellent judgement time and again, and have a team for all levels of work!
Legal 500, 2026
The culture is friendly, supportive and approachable. The partners there are solid, reliable individuals who provide a very competent and unfussy service. I would pick out Elizabeth Wallace and Luisa Lamb.
Legal 500, 2026
Weightmans are a leading force in insurance law. Well-resourced with specialists in different fields, they are known for their incisiveness and lead the way in several areas of litigation.
Legal 500, 2026
A very good team of very able individuals.
Legal 500, 2026
The team builds strong relationships with their clients and manages cases efficiently.
Legal 500, 2026
They are a genuine heavyweight in the field with a formidable reputation and client base to match.
Legal 500, 2026
The team exhibits strong depth of knowledge and expertise in complex personal injury claims. They bring to bear a wealth of experience which allows them to give pragmatic, commercially-minded advice aimed at maximising their clients' prospects of success.
Legal 500, 2026
Excellent communication, client care and legal analysis.
Legal 500, 2026
A standout insurance practice with real depth and technical strength. They combine specialist knowledge with a pragmatic, client-focused approach that rivals many City firms. Reliable, responsive, and trusted on complex matters — a go-to team outside London.
Legal 500, 2026
Weightmans has practitioners in all classes of insurance business in addition to London and international market expertise. They offer market knowledge and good value.
Legal 500, 2026
Weightmans provides a full costs service. They offer straightforward and pragmatic advice and their lawyers are personable and knowledgeable. You always feel like you are in safe hands. Weightmans is a real powerhouse in delivering in house costs solutions. The team is always solid with a range of junior and senior staff that punch above their weight. The Weightmans team offers a good commercial approach backed by the requisite skillset to deliver in this specialist sector of the law. Weightmans has a high level of technical and industry knowledge as well as an appreciation of our business drivers and processes.
Chambers and Partners, 2026
Weightmans is very good at drilling down to the core issues and providing initiative solutions to complex situations. The firm has good negotiating skills in complicated litigious matters and provides detailed advice. The lawyers at Weightmans were effectively able to strategise the case and determine the appropriate way forward in a risk-controlled manner. Weightmans is a firm we value for its ability to manage complex cross-jurisdictional disputes in the insurance and reinsurance markets .
Chambers and Partners, 2026
Weightmans provides market-leading advice and guidance. Despite its considerable resource and in-depth knowledge, the firm remains approachable and its responsiveness is market leading. Weightmans has a team of excellent lawyers who have a thorough grasp of legal and factual issues. They are commercially minded, pragmatic, intelligent negotiators and a delight to work with. Weightmans displays outstanding preparation, unparalleled knowledge and exceptional client care. It is excellent at all levels and its attention to detail is second to none. The firm is exceptional. What sets the firm's claims team apart is its down-to-earth approach and clear explanations. The team demonstrates a high level of competence and its service levels and responsiveness are excellent. Weightmans is extremely well organised and able to handle complex and sophisticated matters very strongly. The service provided to each client in each case is gold standard.
Chambers and Partners, 2026
Weightmans offers an established and market-leading national public sector team with real strength in depth. It acts for more than 250 local authorities as well as emergency services and all public sector insurers. It has an acute understanding of the full breadth of their client's legal needs. They are reputationally astute and are always mindful of the need to protect the public purse. Weightmans continues to be a leading light in the development of public sector jurisprudence.
Legal 500 2025
The solicitors at Weightmans are intelligent and hard-working, both at partner level and at the more junior level. They are knowledgeable, with an ability to grasp the issues as well as negotiating skills and approachability.
Chambers & Partners 2026
Weightmans are an all-round great firm, they are very friendly, professional, and have a wealth of knowledge. We use them for a variety of casualty claims and always receive exceptional service.
Legal 500 2025
They have a wealth of knowledge of the legal system as well as our own business history which can be considerably complicated. We have an excellent working relationship and communicate regularly to ensure all strategies are understood and agreed.
Legal 500 2025
A firm with national coverage with a very strong presence in London. Attention to detail combined with a calm manner when dealing with challenging matters is the hallmark of this firm.
Legal 500 2025
The team at Weightmans are extremely experienced, have brilliant relationships with the Trusts and NHSR and are very efficient. Always a pleasure to be instructed by solicitors at the top of their game. .onia Morgan and Rosalind Bird are standout individuals. Both are very thoughtful and analytical in terms of the law and medicine but combine that with an appreciation of the practicalities of clinical negligence litigation.
Legal 500 2025
This is a great team undertaking high-quality defendant work. It is noteworthy that they have been engaged for the most challenging of claims against the NHS involving complex and technically difficult matters. They are hardworking, efficient and clear thinking.
Legal 500 2025
Weightmans is a firm than understands the needs of my business and offers an almost bespoke service.
Legal 500 2025
They are very strong all round outfit with strength in depth across all areas. Very much a one stop shop for serious injury matters of all types.
Legal 500 2025
They are very approachable, knowledgeable and I feel one of the best defendant insurance firms in the market. They are willing to go the extra mile in terms of service and added value.
Legal 500 2025
I have worked with Weightmans for many years. They quickly familiarised themselves with our business and seamlessly adapted their services to suit our needs. On an individual or team level, we have enjoyed a friendly, efficient and competitive service based on a considerable breadth of knowledge and experience. Clients requiring front-line legal claims services and complementary management support will find that Weightmans will enhance their business.
Legal 500 2025
The Weightmans team are a real heavy-weight in the defendant clinical negligence market. All of the individuals there are impressive litigators. I am always amazed at how well they prepare cases.
Legal 500 2025
They really stand out for their quality of work. .They are true experts in Defendant clinical negligence work with experience across the full spectrum of such cases.
Legal 500 2025
Weightmans are a formidable defendant firm, with heavy-hitting partners and associates.
Legal 500 2025
Weightmans are an excellent choice for Defendants in a crowded market place. They remain on top of new developments in order to ensure high quality service and great value for clients. They seem to have an uncanny ability to produce lawyers who are calm under pressure and skilled in making the complex look straightforward.
Legal 500 2025
Weightmans' team is top-notch, right down to the most junior members. I always have full confidence that the cases are prepared to a high standard and their lawyers are over all relevant detail.
Legal 500 2025
Weightmans are prompt and efficient whilst also being extremely knowledgeable and supportive. Weightmans treat clients respectfully and explain claims procedures and prospects clearly.
Legal 500 2025
There is a great depth of knowledge and ability. Attention to detail is very important and a close eye is kept by Weightmans on tactics and legal timescales. All staff are highly competent and personable. I can trust them to get on with the management of a claim without worrying.
Legal 500 2025
Weightmans have a good balance of skillsets and they work collaboratively on legal matters.
Chambers 2025
Weightmans have a very strong knowledge of the sector and offer practical advice. They are proactive, available and always on hand.
Chambers 2025
Weightmans has the ability to analyse and advise on very complex matters when there is immense pressure on all parties.
Chambers 2025
The team is always very professional and balanced in their approach.
Chambers 2025
Weightmans' lawyers are always prompt and efficient, while remaining extremely knowledgeable and supportive.
Chambers 2025
Weightmans is consistently outstanding; a more capable and talented team would be hard to find.
Chambers 2025
Weightmans has a wealth of talented legal staff who collectively can represent clients across all manner of legal issues, while paying close attention to deadlines, costs and claim outcomes.
Chambers 2025
