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Clyde & Co LLP

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Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Clyde & Co LLP

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Insurance - United Arab Emirates

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Clyde & Co has a market-leading Middle East insurance practice with a deep bench of lawyers advising on the full gamut of insurance law. Its expertise ranges from corporate insurance mandates and M&A deals to regulatory investigations and insurance litigation. The firm's enviable client roster includes international and local insurers and reinsurers, as well as brokers and regulatory authorities. The team adeptly handles property damage claims, in addition to energy, marine, construction and life insurance matters. It is also noted for its experience in Shari'a-compliant insurance products (takaful).

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Work Highlights

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  • Clyde & Co advised Nexus Underwriting on its acquisition of reinsurance managing general agent Arma Fusion.

Strengths

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  • The firm has a commercial approach, and it is easy to pick up the phone and have a quick discussion on key risks.

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  • Clyde & Co LLP provides clear, succinct advice and technical excellence.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Peter Hodgins
    Peter Hodgins

    Peter Hodgins

    Peter Hodgins heads the firm's global corporate insurance group. He is extremely well versed in non-contentious insurance matters. He advises insurers, reinsurers and brokers on M&A and corporate structuring, as well as regulatory compliance issues.

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  • Tom Bicknell
    Tom Bicknell

    Tom Bicknell

    Tom Bicknell is known for his handling of insurance regulatory matters and his contributions to insurance jurisprudence across the GCC.

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  • Alfred Thornton
    Alfred Thornton

    Alfred Thornton

    Alfred Thornton is a seasoned insurance lawyer who is based in Abu Dhabi. He frequently acts on coverage and reinsurance disputes in the energy and construction sectors.

    • Alfred Thornton is solution-driven.

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  • Wayne Jones
    Wayne Jones

    Wayne Jones

    Wayne Jones represents a raft of major insurance clients in an impressive array of mandates, including coverage disputes and reinsurance matters spanning the Middle East and Africa.

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  • Olivia Darlington
    Olivia Darlington

    Olivia Darlington

    Olivia Darlington leads the firm's MENA cyber insurance practice, offering substantial experience in matters arising from ransomware attacks and other cyber liability issues.

    • Olivia Darlington has a problem-solving attitude.

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  • Mark Beswetherick
    Mark Beswetherick

    Mark Beswetherick

    Mark Beswetherick has developed deep expertise representing reinsurers in disputes. He has recently been particularly active in the field of cyber and data protection insurance. He splits his time between the UAE and the UK.

    • Mark Beswetherick's market and technical expertise are excellent.

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