Howden has joined forces with Lawrence Stephens, a London-based law firm, to launch a new service for the cryptocurrency sector.  

The service is a response to digital asset theft, combining crypto theft insurance with expert legal asset recovery services for clients. 

It includes legal expertise from Lawrence Stephens, which will support clients in initiating asset freezing and recovery proceedings. 

Additionally, it offers insurance coverage that partially reimburses legal recovery costs when engaging with Lawrence Stephens. 

Clients will also have access to a network of cryptocurrency vendors and forensic experts who are equipped to trace and recover stolen assets.  

Howden Digital Assets and Blockchain head Freddie Palmer said: “By partnering with Lawrence Stephens, we’re empowering our clients with a seamless, end-to-end service that combines technical insurance advice, legal recourse, and access to the broader crypto ecosystem. It’s a powerful response to one of the industry’s most urgent challenges.” 

Lawrence Stephens is a full-service law firm that provides legal advice to business clients, including privately or family-owned businesses, founder-led or private equity-backed companies, challenger banks, and larger corporates.  

The firm also serves individuals who own and manage these institutions. 

Lawrence Stephens blockchain, digital assets and technology disputes head Matt Green stated: “We’re delighted to offer our legal expertise to the insurance market through this collaboration with Howden. After all, the legal process began helping an insurer reclaim payment following a ransomware attack.” 

Howden recently acquired a 68.3% stake in Holos Holdings, a retail insurance broker headquartered in Kyoto, Japan.  

Holos Holdings, established in 2001 by Kei Horii, has expanded to employ more than 400 individuals across 20 locations throughout Japan.