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Clyde & Co LLP

Insurance: Non-contentious

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Clyde & Co LLP

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We’ve been at the heart of global commerce for nearly a century, helping the insurance market navigate an ever-changing risk landscape.

Today, the risks that insurers and their insureds face are becoming ever more interconnected and complex wherever they operate around the world. Whether that’s driven by the digital revolution, geopolitical tension and uncertainty, the existential threats posed by climate change or the ever increasing legal and regulatory risks faced by organisations and their directors and officers, the world is increasingly unpredictable and volatile.

All this calls for an agile and informed response. Our global teams use their deep insurance sector knowledge and commercial understanding to advise on issues such as dispute resolution, multi-jurisdictional litigation, coverage issues, contentious regulatory proceedings, policy wording issues, product development, corporate and commercial services, and recoveries.

From the smallest claim to the most complex risk, our in-depth, on-the-ground knowledge is supported by a truly interconnected global approach. This combination of local insight and global network allows us to offer rapid access to expertise wherever you operate. We can help you navigate these risks and futureproof your business.

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Insurance: Non-contentious - UK-wide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Clyde & Co's non-contentious insurance group offers global capabilities and can claim a client roster that includes many leading insurers and reinsurers. The firm has considerable experience in handling Lloyd's matters, including setting up new syndicates. The team also handles complex insurance transactions, as well as providing regulatory and strategic advice. Its lawyers have notable expertise advising international clients on entry to the UK market.
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Work Highlights

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  • Clyde & Co acted for Polo Managing Agency on the launch of

    the Awbury Syndicate, a new dedicated Lloyd's syndicate for the Awbury Group.

Strengths

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  • Clyde & Co has a team that was equipped with experts in different fields, who seemed to genuinely know each other and work well as a team to provide full-service advice.

    Insurance: Non-contentious respondentUK

  • What sets Clyde & Co apart is their long-standing involvement with the Lloyd’s market, giving them unique insight into its evolving requirements and practices, along with strong relationships.

    Insurance: Non-contentious respondentUK

  • Clyde & Co's ability to apply their knowledge commercially to the digital world is exceptional. They have excellent market knowledge.

    Insurance: Non-contentious respondentUK

  • Clyde & Co stands out for its deep expertise, speed of delivery and the high level of trust it inspires in clients and partners.

    Insurance: Non-contentious respondentUK

  • Clyde & Co's breadth and depth of experience in the Lloyd's market enables them to help navigate the myriad complexities and nuances with pragmatic and commercial flexibility.

    Insurance: Non-contentious respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Ivor Edwards
    Ivor Edwards

    Ivor Edwards

    Ivor Edwards is Clyde & Co's European head of corporate insurance. He has deep experience assisting with complex M&A, corporate restructuring and cross-border business transfers, as well as providing regulatory advice to domestic and international insurers.

    • Ivor is user-friendly and very knowledgeable.

      Insurance: Non-contentious respondentUK

    • Ivor was very understanding of our business needs and the path we needed to follow.

      Insurance: Non-contentious respondentUK

    • Ivor Edwards has a wealth of knowledge and is a specialist in Lloyd's. He has a sensible and logical approach to issues and provides highly valued support and advice.

      Insurance: Non-contentious respondentUK

    • Ivor's command of the market and experience made him a go-to adviser for sensible, smart advice. He leverages those skills effectively to apply to and tackle novel and complex issues.

      Insurance: Non-contentious respondentUK
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  • Joris De Geest
    Joris De Geest

    Joris De Geest

    Joris De Geest is recognised for his market knowledge, while he regularly assists clients on high-value matters.

    • Joris provides timely, considered advice and has been of great assistance to us.

      Insurance: Non-contentious respondentUK

    • Joris is always very helpful, knowledgeable and willing to assist.

      Insurance: Non-contentious respondentUK
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