Howden proud to announce new PII sponsorship of the Bristol Law Society

Posted on20 May 2021

Howden are delighted to announce that Bristol Law Society have chosen Howden as their new, long-term Professional Indemnity Insurance sponsor. This appointment will allow Bristol Law Society members access to resources and exclusive facilities only available through Howden.

Howden will also be providing regular guidance on risk management and other areas of expertise such as Cyber Liability Insurance, Directors & Officers Insurance and Employee Benefits & Wellbeing solutions.

Matthew Baker, Associate Director, Howden, commented – “We are absolutely thrilled to be working with the Bristol Law Society and their members. We see that the Law Society provides a crucial role for law firms and through this partnership we will be adding further value for members.”

Colin Taylor, Divisional Director, Howden, commented – “We aim to provide guidance and support to members in what have become very challenging times. I am sure our experienced and personal approach will be welcomed, bringing a number for benefits to the members.”

Ben Holt, President of the Bristol Law Society said, “We are looking forward to developing a long term working relationship with Howden. This relationship enables us to offer our members insight and support for Law Firm Professional Indemnity Insurance and maximise the effectiveness of their risk management culture. With recognised expertise in the legal sector, and our history of working with Matthew Baker and Colin Taylor, Howden are a great fit for us. Howden will help us by providing a range of educational workshops, webinars and market insights as part of our increasing offer to members at a time of significant challenges and opportunities in the legal sector.”

Burges Salmon has been an enthusiastic supporter of BLS for many years. BLS provides a valuable role in uniting and promoting the whole of the legal sector across Bristol to benefit both its members and the city. It facilitates collaboration across the sector to ensure that we can all make a difference. Whether that is driving important initiatives in, for example, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and the use of new technologies, liaising with stakeholders and charities in our wider community or providing training to generations of lawyers, the service and support provided by BLS is invaluable. More recently BLS has taken a lead on promoting Bristol’s legal brand, encouraging legal and business services talent to come to the city, which in turn attracts clients and inward investment to our thriving and vibrant commercial community. BLS breaks down barriers and brings those in the profession together for the greater good. We are proud of our long-standing association with BLS.
Roger Bull - Managing Partner, Burges Salmon
Three things to say about my experience of working with Bristol Law Society. Their central team, council members and general hangers-on are just about the nicest, most generous group of people working in the legal sector today. The numerous events, awards, socials and conferences I’ve had the pleasure to attend over the years have been, without exception, top quality and supremely organised. And, thirdly, they consistently exceed and challenge the boundaries of what lawyers might assume a regional Law Society will restrict activities to – from a hugely successful charitable school meals drive to corporate social responsibility and diversity campaigns to being joint architects and coordinators of the region’s unique Bristol+BathLegalTech group, which it has been my privilege to co-chair for the last five years.
Chris Bull - Principal, Edge International
As one of the leading Insurance brokers for law firms in the UK and with a large presence in Bristol it seemed only natural for us to support the Bristol Law Society. Bristol Law Society is one of the oldest and most vibrant of the Law Societies in England and Wales. We are pleased to be working with them on important matters relating to law firms’ liability insurances and Risk Management. From Sole Practitioner to Top 20 law firms we are sure our two organisations can provide excellent support and assistance for the challenges faced by the legal profession.
Matthew Baker - Financial Lines Group, Howden Insurance Brokers Ltd
Joining BLS in 2013 and becoming President in 2018/19 has created many longstanding friendships and business relationships, whilst also unlocking doors to other opportunities in the City. BLS enabled a perfect balance of professional development and also opportunities to give back to the legal and wider community. I am pleased that my Firm has supported BLS in many capacities since 2013 and continues to do so.
Nicholas Lee- Managing Director of Paragon Costs Solutions and Past President of BLS