The Policyholder Podcast: Presented by Fenchurch Law

In this episode, we are joined by Fenchurch Law’s Senior Partner and co‑founder, David Pryce, for a conversation that explores the origins, values and future ambitions of the firm. David reflects on founding Fenchurch Law in 2010, including the story behind the firm’s name, his early career in insurance coverage disputes, and the “sliding doors” moments that led him to build the UK’s first law fir...

Dru is joined by Will Bennett , a Partner in SDV’s West Coast office , to discuss his career, the firm’s evolution, and the shared mission underpinning SDV’s partnership with Fenchurch Law. Will reflects on SDV’s remarkable growth, what initially drew him to insurance coverage work, how U.S. courts approach policy interpretation, and the procedural contrasts between U.S. and UK litigation—topics h...

In this special episode, we sit down with Jeremiah M. Welch, Managing Partner of SDV’s West Coast office, to discuss the growing partnership between Fenchurch Law and Saxe Doernberger & Vita, P.C. (SDV)—one of the leading U.S. firms dedicated exclusively to policyholder insurance coverage. Jeremiah shares how our firms first connected, why the partnership felt “eerily aligned” from day one, an...

In this special episode, we’re joined by someone who played a defining role in Fenchurch Law’s early story: Rob Fink , co‑founder of the firm alongside David Pryce back in 2010.  Rob reflects on the early days of building a specialist policyholder firm, the values that shaped its culture, and the lessons learned during nearly a decade helping establish Fenchurch Law as a trusted name in the sector...

Meet Chris Ives, a Partner in Fenchurch Law’s Leeds office. Chris discusses joining Fenchurch Law in 2024, his background in financial lines, D&O and coverage work, and his expertise in Warranty & Indemnity (W&I) insurance—explaining why it’s a growing and exciting area. He also reflects on his experience working on both insurer and policyholder matters, and what ultimately drew him to...

In this episode, Dru talks to Michael Robin , Partner in the London office, to reflect on a career that spans nearly five decades at the forefront of insurance and professional liability law. Michael looks back on his journey founding Robin Simon, one of the most respected niche insurance firms in the market. He shares the remarkable story of how his insurance practice began with a small office in...

In this episode, we introduce Emily Clarke, our Operations and Business Development Assistant based in the Leeds office. Emily offers a behind-the-scenes look at her diverse role, her journey to joining Fenchurch Law, and her key contributions to organising major firm events, including the Symposia and wine tastings. Along the way, listeners can enjoy quick-fire questions and a love of Yorkshire.

In the latest episode of Fenchurch Law’s Meet the Team podcast, Dru sits down with someone who’s been part of the firm’s story since day one: Donna Baldwin , our much-loved Practice Manager. Donna reflects on her journey from office junior to becoming an indispensable part of Fenchurch Law’s growth—from early days of planning the firm in a coffee shop, to navigating international expansion and the...

Meet Alex Rosenfield , Partner and long-standing member of the Fenchurch Law team. Alex reflects on his journey through the firm, from Associate to Partner, and how the nature of his day-to-day work has evolved. He shares insights into the realities of law firm partnership, the art of networking, and why building relationships has become a key part of his role. Of course, no conversation with Alex...

Meet Natalie Sulma, London’s PA & Operations Assistant. In this episode, Natalie gives an energetic peek behind the scenes at how she helps keep the firm running: leading daily bookkeeping as Head of UK Accounts, supporting Senior Partner David Pryce and acting as London office manager. She shares the biggest lesson learned from Practice Manager Donna Baldwin—unwavering dedication to the firm—...

In the first episode of Season 2, our host Dru Corfield welcomes Çağlar Kaçar , the newest member of the firm and the driving force behind Fenchurch Law’s recently opened Istanbul office . Caglar shares insights into his background in insurance and commercial litigation, life in turkey, and why working exclusively for policyholders aligns with his values. He also talks about the Turkish legal syst...

Meet Dan Robin , the Deputy Managing Partner of Fenchurch Law and leader of the firm’s Financial and Professional Lines Practice Group. Dan shares his journey from starting out at his father’s professional indemnity firm, through secondments as a broker and claims handler, to joining Fenchurch Law in 2018 and helping establish the Leeds office. Along the way, he reflects on the mentors and turning...

Meet Pawinder Manak , a trainee solicitor who joined Fenchurch Law’s London office in 2024. In this episode, Pawinder talks about her journey from studying law at UCL to securing a training contract with the firm, shares insights from her time in the FinPro team, and looks ahead to the opportunities of her next seat in the International Risks team.

Meet Jessica Chappell, a Senior Associate in Fenchurch Law’s FinPro team. Jess shares her journey from general commercial litigation to specialising in coverage disputes, reflects on the highlights of her first year at Fenchurch Law, and talks about teamwork, memorable cases, and how she switches off outside the office.

Meet Eugene Lee , a Senior Associate at Fenchurch APAC. In this episode, Eugene shares his journey from studying history and completing military service to building a career in law. He reflects on his experiences within Singapore’s legal profession and reveals what excites him most about being part of Fenchurch Law’s dynamic and growing team.

Meet Joanna Grant , Fenchurch Law UK's Managing Partner and head of the Construction and Property Risks team. In this episode Joanna shares highlights from her career, her path to becoming one of the UK’s top policyholder lawyers, and her passion for leadership, collaboration, and championing women in the insurance industry. She also reflects on the firm’s culture, her unique ‘Grant Goblet’ t...

Meet Matt King, the newest Associate in Fenchurch Law’s Singapore office. In this episode, Matt shares his career journey from training at a global firm to embracing the world of insurance coverage disputes, reflects on his experiences at Fenchurch Law so far, and reveals his favourite Southeast Asian travel experience.

Meet Simran Matharu , who joins us to share her journey as Fenchurch Law’s first-ever Solicitor Apprentice. Simran walks us through the structure of her six-year apprenticeship, a comprehensive programme that blends academic study with hands-on experience. By qualification, Simran will have spent six years immersed in the inner workings of a law firm, making her "worth her weight in gold&quot...

Meet Abi Smith , the newest member of our London team. Having joined Fenchurch Law in January 2025, Abi reflects on what inspired her move and shares her first impressions after six months at the firm. She shares insights into our unique culture, where top-tier legal work meets a refreshingly flat hierarchy. It’s a balance that enables us to tackle complex, high-stakes matters while preserving the...

In this episode, our host Dru Corfield is joined by special guest Ed Pocock, Head of Cyber Security at Gallagher Re, to discuss perspectives on AI from the cyber security point of view. Topics discussed include: What are the challenges with insuring against cyber security risks?  What does AI coverage within insurance policies entail? How can companies protect themselves against the growing threat...

In this episode, our host Dru Corfield has a conversation with Alexandra Matthews, Underwriter for AI Performance Risks at Munich Re, about its Insure AI product.    Topics discussed include: Insure AI, Munich Re’s AI Insurance offering How companies can effectively safeguard against recurring issues, such as algorithmic bias, when using Generative AI The biggest challenges companies face when imp...

Our host Dru Corfield is joined by special guest Dr Joanne Cracknell, Director of Risk at WTW, to discuss perspectives on AI from a risk and compliance point of view. This episode covers: Recent Advances in AI Regulation How can international companies cope with the evolving regulations around AI in different jurisdictions? Advice for law firms on safeguarding against privacy violations of their c...

In this episode, Associate Dru Corfield is joined by special guest Shannan Fort, International Cyber Product Leader at Marsh to discuss perspectives on AI from the cyber insurance market point of view. Topics discussed include: What are policyholders asking about in terms of AI coverage in their cyber policies?   What are policyholders main concerns?   Thoughts on AI losses being covered by cyber...

Our host Dru Corfield talks to special guest George Hilton, a Barrister at Monckton Chambers about perspectives on AI from the legal and professional negligence point of view.  This episode covers: The intersection of AI, law and professional indemnity insurance. How and why might a professional be held responsible for acting upon erroneous advice given by GenAI?  The Bolam Test and how it might a...

Our host Alex Rosenfield talks to Paul Mills, Product Development Manager of WTW Networks, about how to get property claims paid.