James Brocklebank KC and Harry Wright have authored the newly updated chapter on accountants and auditors in Professional Negligence and Liability, a leading practitioner text on civil liability and professional duties under English law.

Updated in August 2026 as part of Service Issue 49, Chapter 13 examines the legal framework governing accountants and auditors, and potential claims against them. It covers a broad range of professional activities, including auditing, financial reporting, taxation, financial management and corporate finance advice.

The publication is overseen by General Editor Mark Simpson KC and is available digitally through Lloyd’s List Intelligence’s i-Law platform.

Read Chapter 13: Accountants and Auditors (subscription may be required).