Kate Abrahams, previously the head of intelligence and data analytics at DAC Beachcroft, joins as a consultant, and will play a key role in the firm's new fraud structure and in enhancing the firm-wide intelligence capability.
Kate brings a wealth of expertise in the field of intelligence spanning 25 years, garnered throughout her time in the legal profession and with the police specifically.
Kate said:
“I am really looking forward to bringing all my experience in intelligence, data analytics, fraud, KYO, and many other aspects of claims, insurance and law to support Weightmans and its ambitious growth plans in this complex and ever-changing environment.
“I will also be using my data knowledge to ensure that the firm is maximising its incredible data resource for the benefit of clients and internal operations alike.”
Mike Brown, head of fraud at Weightmans, said:
“I am very excited that Kate has joined us, and I welcome her to the Weightmans family. She has a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise. I have known Kate for many years, during which I have seen her develop and create successful opportunities for both her teams and clients alike, securing numerous industry accolades. She always strives to succeed and is a natural leader.
“Kate’s appointment comes at an opportune time following the refresh of the firm’s fraud offering earlier this year. Her expertise and core skills will be of significant value as we take our fraud capabilities to another level.”
Kieran Jones, head of insurance and partner at Weightmans, added:
“We are delighted to welcome Kate to our fraud department. As the landscape of financial crime continues to evolve – with emerging technologies like AI-enabled fraud and an ever-shifting regulatory environment, such as the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA), it is essential that we stay ahead of the curve.
“Bringing in the right people, with the right skills and specialisms, allows us to tackle these challenges head on. This appointment strengthens our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients and supports our continued growth in this critical area.”
Weightmans has a proven and dedicated team of insurance fraud solicitors targeting fraud across a full range of disciplines.
