George Smith
Partner
George specialises in defending claims against financial professionals, including accountants, independent financial advisors, brokers, auditors, insolvency practitioners and pensions professionals. He has extensive experience in defending negligence claims in the senior courts, as well as advising insurers on policy coverage issues in relation to professional indemnity and pension trustee liability policies. He is a member of the Association of Pension Lawyers.
“I make the things that are important to my clients important to me”
“My speciality is insurance and professional practices. I balance excellent black-letter law skills and detailed focus with pragmatism and commerciality. I have a huge depth of knowledge and experience in my chosen sectors, including international work with our Global Access Network partners.
I go above and beyond in supporting clients, and make the things that are important to my clients important to me. I provide a high level of support and expertise and clients have praised my "wise counsel".
I actively listen to clients in order to understand their concerns, needs, and objectives. I build strong relationships and trust through my excellent legal work and by delivering effective outcomes. I communicate clearly, am responsive, and am always careful to balance legal and commercial advice.”
George’s recent work highlights:
Acting for an auditor in a high-value dispute with the liquidators of a client company, in relation to an allegation of audit negligence in connection with an allegedly impermissible revenue recognition policy.
Acting for an independent financial advisor in relation to complex, multi-party High Court litigation concerning the establishment of pension schemes and the purchase of a freehold property.
Acting for professional indemnity insurers in relation to a claim brought against them under the Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers) Act 2010, in connection with an underlying claim against an insolvent financial advice firm.
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Insurance & Reinsurance, Professional Practices, Professional Risks, Accountants & Auditors, Finance Professionals
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