Richard is a marine insurance specialist at Stephenson Harwood, advising London market insurers on policy coverage and wordings, and working with clients to achieve practical resolutions to disputes.

Richard advises insurers across a broad spectrum of business classes, with particular expertise in hull and machinery, war, and liability disputes. He also advises on salvage, general average, and recovery matters, offering both legal and practical guidance.

Despite being a seasoned litigator, Richard aims to bring a sensible and commercial approach to disputes to achieve early resolution.

He has enjoyed a focus on yacht insurance disputes, advising on multiple coverage issues ranging from design issues, paint damage, engine damage and total losses. A recent highlight includes the Galatea, where he acted for hull and machinery insurers, successfully defending a €13 million total loss (by fire) of a 36m Riva yacht.