Insurance: Non-contentious
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Chambers Review
Freshfields is well regarded for its track record of advising global insurers and reinsurers on big-ticket M&A deals. The firm is also active on a range of other transactions, including restructurings and reinsurance transactions, with additional expertise acting on pension buy-ins. The team has further experience advising on regulatory concerns including Solvency II compliance and issues regarding corporate restructuring.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer advised GIC on its acquisition of Cinven's ownership interest in Miller Insurance.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Freshfields have been quick to respond, are readily available for meetings and have been able to seamlessly manage projects when personnel change."
"The team at Freshfields is very deep, and additional subject matter experts were seamlessly integrated when needed."
"Freshfields have been quick to respond, are readily available for meetings and have been able to seamlessly manage projects when personnel change."
"The team at Freshfields is very deep, and additional subject matter experts were seamlessly integrated when needed."
Notable Practitioners
George Swan is head of the non-contentious insurance group at Freshfields in London. He is renowned for his adept handling of complex M&A deals, Part VII transfers and business reorganisations on behalf of major insurance companies.
"George provided excellent knowledge and management throughout the transaction."
"George is a terrific and practical partner, who is able to assess and solve the most complex situations."
Lauren Honeyben expertly handles a broad array of transactional and regulatory matters on behalf of insurers and reinsurers. She has particular expertise in corporate restructuring and portfolio transfers.
"Lauren is highly responsive and knowledgeable."