Simon Chandler

Simon is an insurance litigator who defends professionals and company directors, in particular solicitors, surveyors, engineers, architects and other construction professionals. He has special expertise in fraud related claims including managing the process of intelligence gathering, injunction applications and executing civil searches. Simon also advises on policy coverage aspects of such cases and in relation to professional disciplinary proceedings. He speaks and writes regularly about fraud issues and is an active contributor to the Jackson costs reforms process.

Memberships

• National Fraud Authority (mortgage fraud working group)
• Supervising Solicitor (civil search orders)

Selected directory listings

• "The highly experienced Simon Chandler is  praised for his ability to quickly analyse the needs of clients and tailor his approach accordingly" - Chambers UK 2013
• "Simon Chandler is a "switched-on, go-getting type" who works at the cutting edge of developments on fraud-related cases" - Chambers UK 2012
• Simon Chandler works on a range of claims, and earns praise for his "great ability and expertise in the field." - Chambers UK 2011
• Simon Chandler is highly regarded and has a strong profile in the niche area of mortgage fraud recoveries, where clients appreciate his "accessibility and unrivalled expertise." - Chambers UK 2010
  
  

Relevant work

• Stevens v Gullis (Court of Appeal) 1999 architect - (duties of an expert witness)
• Hammersmith Hospitals v Troup Bywater & Anders (2000) - (M+E services)
• HSE v Wilcox and Others (2003) - (fatal accident prosecution of company director)
• Various subrogated recovery claims arising from organised property fraud
• Arbitration (£15m) on preliminary issue on scope of claims notification