Bristol Law Society has appointed specialist insurance broker Howden as its new, long-term professional indemnity insurance (PII) sponsor.
The move will allow Bristol Law Society 4,500 members access to resources and exclusive facilities only available through Howden. 
London-based Howden will also provide regular guidance on risk management and other areas of expertise such as cyber liability insurance, directors and officers insurance and employee benefits and wellbeing solutions.
Bristol Law Society is one of the UK’s largest and the oldest, having been founded in 1770.
Howden associate director Matthew Baker said: “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.”
Howden divisional director Colin Taylor added: “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.”
Bristol Law Society president Ben Holt said the organisation was 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,” he said.
“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.”
Established in 1994, Howden employs more than 6,500 people worldwide and, with network partners aligned to its specialty-led proposition, Howden operates in more than 90 territories.
