ATE insurance for your clients, without the admin
We work with law firms of all sizes to arrange case by case ATE cover. Send us the case, and we will handle the market, the questions and the paperwork.
Right insurer, first time
We know which insurers suit which case types and values, so applications go to the most likely source of cover.
A named handler
One contact for every case, who understands the claim and keeps you informed at each stage.
Client friendly terms
We look for deferred, staged and contingent premium options that work for your clients.
How we work with your firm
Send the case
Email the case details or call us to talk it through first.
We check suitability
We review the papers and tell you what insurers will need.
Terms are obtained
We present the application and bring back the terms offered.
Policy is issued
Your client accepts the terms and the policy documents are issued.
What to include with an application
The more complete the application, the faster insurers can respond. Send what you have and we will tell you what is missing.
Email a case to contact@alternative-ate.co.uk- Case summary and chronology
- Your assessment of prospects of success
- Claim value and remedies sought
- Costs budget or estimate for both sides
- Counsel's opinion, if obtained
- Expert evidence obtained so far
- Pre action correspondence and any offers made
- Details of the funding arrangement with your client
Solicitor FAQs
What information do you need from us?
A case summary, your assessment of prospects, the claim value, a costs estimate for both sides and any counsel's opinion or expert evidence. We will tell you if a particular insurer needs anything further.
Can cover be arranged before proceedings are issued?
Yes. Many insurers will consider a case at the pre action stage, and early cover usually protects more of the costs that build up during the claim.
Can you help with cases that have already been declined?
Often, yes. A case declined by one insurer may suit another, particularly if the application is presented differently or further evidence is available. Tell us why it was declined and we will advise.
Who do we deal with?
You will have a named handler at Alternative ATE who manages the application, liaises with insurers and keeps you updated until the policy is issued.
Have a case that needs cover?
Send us the details and we will come back to you with the next steps.