DWF—Ian Plumley

DWF has appointed Ian Plumley as a partner in its London insurance team. He joins from DAC Beachcroft, where he was a partner, and brings more than 30 years’ experience in the insurance and reinsurance markets.

Plumley specialises in complex international coverage, defence and subrogation disputes, advising corporates, insurers, reinsurers and intermediaries across England & Wales, Bermuda, the US, the Caribbean and Europe. His practice spans reinsurance, general liability, product liability and recall, property, construction and engineering, professional liability and excess casualty, including Bermuda Form disputes. He also has experience advising on complex property coverage disputes, including business interruption claims arising from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Plumley said: ‘DWF’s ambition, culture and collaborative approach were key factors in my decision to join.’ He added that ‘there is a real opportunity to further develop our Bermuda and excess casualty capabilities, expand our product liability practice and deepen relationships with clients across business lines and jurisdictions.’

David Abbott, senior partner in the insurance services division, said: ‘Ian is a highly respected figure in the London and Bermuda markets and brings with him an exceptional breadth of experience across reinsurance and complex casualty work.’ He added: ‘His arrival significantly enhances our offering and supports our ambitions for continued growth in the insurance sector.’