DWF, a global leader in integrated legal and business services, has appointed Ben Smoker as a partner in its Major Injury and Casualty team based in Manchester. Ben brings extensive expertise from his previous role at Keoghs, where he specialised in complex and high-value personal injury claims. Renowned for fostering strong insurer relationships, he has consistently been recognised as a ‘key lawyer’ in the Legal 500. Clients praise him as an “exceptionally skilled lawyer” and “a pleasure to work with.”

DWF has around 2,400 people in its global Insurance Services division and is one of the world’s leading providers of legal and business services to the insurance industry.

Claire Bowler, Head of Major Injury and Casualty at DWF, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Ben to DWF. His expertise in defending complex and catastrophic personal injury claims, combined with his strong focus on delivering high-quality work and maintaining trusted client relationships, makes him a natural fit for our team. Ben’s outstanding reputation and commitment to technical excellence align perfectly with our values, and his appointment will be a significant asset as we continue to grow and strengthen our market presence.”

Ben added: “I am excited to join DWF. The firm’s culture, reputation, and ambitious growth plans are what drew me here. There is a real sense of momentum and opportunity, and I am looking forward to building strong client relationships, expanding my market profile and developing a team that will play a key role in driving DWF’s continued success.”