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DAS UK Group, the UK’s leading provider of ATE insurance, has been chosen by Smith Partnership to provide a bespoke clinical negligence product for the practice’s clients.
I am delighted to be able to offer our clients the financial protection and peace of mind that DAS UK’s ATE product provides.
Anna McLeod, Partner, Smith Partnership
With six offices across the Midlands, Smith Partnership is recognised by the Legal 500 as one of the UK’s leading clinical negligence firms, having worked on a wide variety of claims in areas such as delayed diagnosis or treatment; incorrect diagnosis; dental negligence; and hospital or care home neglect.
DAS UK, which has provided ATE in over 30,000 clinical negligence cases, has developed a bespoke product with a flexible pricing structure as well as delegated authority. The product will provide coverage in areas such as:
It’s always pleasing when a law firm with the quality and expertise such as Smith Partnership makes the decision to partner with us
John Durbin, DAS
Anna McLeod, Partner, Smith Partnership, said: “I am delighted to be able to offer our clients the financial protection and peace of mind that DAS UK’s ATE product provides. The relationship between high quality legal advice and comprehensive financial cover will benefit our clients for many years to come.”
John Durbin, ATE Sales & Business Development Manager, DAS UK Group, said: “It’s always pleasing when a law firm with the quality and expertise such as Smith Partnership makes the decision to partner with us and we’re excited by how this working relationship will grow over the coming years.”
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