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Professional Negligence
Partner
Alan Calvert
Recognised as a leading individual in his field, Alan heads up our Professional Negligence Unit acting in disputes on behalf of insurer, corporate and partnership clients. He has over 30 years’ experience of handling claims involving engineers, architects, surveyors, solicitors, accountants, brokers and IFAs (Independent Financial Advisers) as well as construction industry contractors and overseeing teams handling occupational disease claims for employers.
He has a keen commercial sense for when litigation is in a client's best interests or alternatively when they should adopt alternative, solution-driven approaches, having a special interest in mediation and ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) in all his areas of specialism. He is also a frequent speaker on issues relating to Professional Liability, Regulation and litigation.
Living Brodies' values
The steady support that Alan gives to clients and colleagues alike reflects the firm’s collegiate approach and commitment to everything we do.
Highlights
- Member of the Forum of Insurance Lawyers (FOIL).
- Member of the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII).
Rankings
- Ranked Tier 1 for Professional Negligence by Chambers UK 2026.
- Named in the Hall of Fame for Professional Negligence by The Legal 500 UK 2026.
- Ranked by Who's Who Legal 2024 as a recommended lawyer for Professional Negligence.
‘Their expertise in this sector is top rate and in Alan Calvert they have an outstanding performer with huge experience and good commercial awareness.’
Legal 500 UK 2026
‘Alan Calvert is excellent and happy to talk us through the process and alleviate any concerns. Good practical advice.’
Legal 500 UK 2026
"He has a very established reputation in the market."
Chambers UK 2026
Alan Calvert is head of the firm's professional negligence department and is highly sought after for his outstanding track record in professional negligence claims. He is experienced in ADR processes and handles claims against professionals from the legal, construction and financial sectors.
Chambers UK 2026
