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Our story

Chancery Pii was created in 2013, in partnership with the Law Society, specifically to provide sustainable professional indemnity insurance for 1–4 partner firms in England and Wales. Since its inception, Chancery Pii has grown its client base steadily and remains the only insurance provider devoted solely to helping new and established law firms with 1–4 partners.

Our robust underwriting strategy is underpinned by our online quoting platform, in which we have continued to invest, which ensures a quick and easy application process.

We provide direct access to an exclusive panel of A+ rated insurers, comprising Allianz and Aspen Syndicate 4711. Because we do not accept applications from brokers, our clients do not pay broker commissions or fees – often a significant part of the overall cost of professional indemnity insurance – and benefit from competitive pricing as a result.

Our straightforward underwriting approach and client-first service allow us to provide greater value to our clients and to build strong, long-lasting relationships.

 

Whilst other insurers come and go, Chancery Pii provides reliable, long-term commitment - we are dedicated to building long-lasting relationships with our clients.

WHY CHOOSE CHANCERY PII?

<p>Chancery Pii is a Law Society <br> Endorsed Managing General Agent.</p> CLIENT FIRST
Our dedicated client service managers provide specialist advice and guidance throughout the course of the policy period. Our online application process is unique and straightforward. Firms receive a quotation within 48 hours of submission, depending upon the quality of information provided.
<p>Chancery Pii is a Law Society <br> Endorsed Managing General Agent.</p> DIRECT ACCESS
Because we do not accept applications from brokers, our clients receive a competitive price without additional broker commissions or fees – often a significant part of the overall cost of PI insurance. Our clients also have direct access to our underwriting team, enabling clear communication and a straightforward application process.
<p>Chancery Pii is a Law Society <br> Endorsed Managing General Agent.</p> CLAIMS EXPERTISE
It is not until a claim arises that the support of a claims expert can be fully appreciated and tested. Our clients value our swift response times, regular and thorough communications and, above all else, the expert help and support they receive from our claims managers and Pii lawyers.
<p>Chancery Pii is a Law Society <br> Endorsed Managing General Agent.</p> SECURITY
Chancery Pii is the only professional indemnity insurance provider solely dedicated to the needs of firms with 1-4 partners. We are backed by a panel of participating insurers each of which is guaranteed to have a Standard and Poor’s security rating of A+ or better. Our clients know they are in safe hands - both now and in the future.

Our board

Ben
Speers Director

Ben began working in the insurance industry in 1998 and has been a qualified lawyer for over 15 years.

Martin
Davison Director

Martin has worked within financial services since 1986 and is a qualified accountant.

Davison
Drane

Simon
Drane Director

Simon is executive director of Business Development at the Law Society. He has significant legal sector business development, project strategy and information management experience.

Tim
Norman Director

Tim has worked with professional indemnity since 1992. He is one of the founders of Chancery Pii and is on the Board.

Norman
Fothergill

Tom
Fothergill Director

Tom is executive director of Delivery and Performance at the Law Society. He is a Chartered accountant and has significant experience in developing and implementing corporate strategy.

Our team

Hawtin

Charles
Hawtin Client service

Charles is a solicitors’ professional indemnity specialist with a background in law. Charles leads the Chancery Pii client service team.

Matthew
Jones Client service

Matthew has a politics degree from the University of Leeds. He joined in 2014 and is a client service specialist.

Jones
Smith

Tom
Smith Client service

Tom began working with professional indemnity in 2010. He joined the Chancery Pii team in 2015 and is a client service specialist.

Mark
Carver Underwriting

Mark is one of the architects of the Chancery Pii underwriting platform, having worked with professional indemnity since 1994. He is considered a leading authority in this arena.

Carver
Jackson

Emma
Tinkler Client Service

Emma has worked in insurance since 2013 and joined Chancery Pii in August 2016. Emma holds a conjoint law and arts degree from the University of Auckland. 

Michael
Knight Claims

Michael is Technical Claims Manager at DWF, leading Chancery Pii claims. He is a qualified solicitor, Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives and an Associate of the CII.

Knight
Fozouni

Phetna
Fozouni Claims

Phetna is a claims and administration management specialist within DWF.

Testimonials

EXCELLENT CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

My firm was a ‘new start’ opening on the 1 December 2013 and professional indemnity insurance was a key issue. I heard about Chancery Pii through personal recommendation and the regular Law Society ‘Professional Update’ emails. My customer experience was excellent. From the first phone call the team were helpful and responsive and assisted me in dealing with the application process – particularly as a new firm. I cannot speak highly enough of the professionalism, speed, quality and humour of the team at Chancery Pii. The company also delivered on that which was most important for my firm – a wholly appropriate quotation for professional indemnity insurance.

This is a very positive demonstration of the support from The Law Society for the profession in these difficult days of economic instability combined with fundamental legislative changes in the provision of legal services.

Mark Brown
Taylor Brown Solicitors

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

Your support has been excellent. Knowing you were there, still had the records, and were able to step forward. It made me feel supported, and not isolated. So if anyone asks for feedback do kindly pass it on.

Oliver Charles
Solicitor