Ben Parks
Partner
Manchester
Ben is a professional indemnity partner who specialises in defending claims against professionals, including solicitors, surveyors, accountants, and brokers.
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About Ben
Bio
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Biografía
Ben has been defending the legal profession for over 20 years. He has advised many of the UK's legal practices and is regarded as a trusted adviser.
Ben has also advised on may complex claims against other professions such as surveyors, brokers, accountants, and construction workers.
In addition, Ben has extensive experience of acting for talking professionals before their regulatory bodies and advising schools and councils in claims and complaints they face.
Featured Experience:
- Defending a large number of law firms and their insurers concerning advice on buyer funded developments and ground rent claims where the total quantum exceeded £30m
- Being involved in three supreme court cases – Jones v Kaney (expert immunity), Barton v Wright Hassall (service of a claim form), and Perry v Raleys (loss of a chance)
Endorsements:
- "Parks has a pragmatic and plain-speaking manner that belies a fierce intellect". - Chambers & Partners UK 2026
- "Ben Parks is a know-it-all who doesn't come across as a know-it-all" - Chambers & Partners UK 2026
- "Ben Parks is well versed in policy coverage issues, including misrepresentation claims" – Legal 500 UK 2025
Sector expertise
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Seguros
Service expertise
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Resolución de litigios
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Reglamentación sanitaria
Manchester
