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Clyde & Co—Ian Roberts

16 July 2025
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Chair of UK insurance practice appointed

Global law firm Clyde & Co has appointed Ian Roberts as chair of its UK insurance practice, a newly created role designed to support the firm’s ambitious growth plans in the sector. Ian, a seasoned commercial litigator with deep roots in the London Market, brings over a decade of experience from the firm’s Singapore office, where he led the South East Asia insurance practice.

Ian is widely recognised as a leading insurance coverage lawyer, advising on financial lines, general liability, reinsurance disputes, and political and credit risk claims. His appointment reflects Clyde & Co’s commitment to evolving with client needs. Carolena Gordon, senior partner, said: ‘Ian has profound knowledge of the insurance industry and has demonstrated exceptional leadership of our practice in APAC.’

As part of his new role, Ian will lead a UK insurance leadership group, bringing together the firm’s market-leading insurance teams. He will work alongside partners Angela Flaherty, James Roberts, Louisa Robbins and Paula Jefferson to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive service offering. Gordon added: ‘Ian and the new leadership group will help ensure that we are offering seamless service and providing the fullest range of support to our insurance clients.’

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