Department profile
McDermott Will & Schulte

Insurance: Transactional & Regulatory

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McDermott Will & Schulte

Rankings

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Insurance: Transactional & Regulatory - New York

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

McDermott Will & Schulte fields a deep bench of insurance attorneys with extensive capabilities in regulatory insurance work. It offers notable expertise in the emerging area of insurtech and can claim an enviable client roster that includes insurance carriers, reinsurance companies, brokers and startups.

Work Highlights

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  • McDermott Will & Schulte represented Allianz X in a strategic minority equity investment in Coterie Insurance.

Strengths

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  • The team are always responsive and stay engaged. They offer business-minded and practical advice.

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  • The firm offers creative problem-solving, an ability to approach transactions from both a commercial and legal lens and incredible market knowledge and network.

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  • McDermott Will & Schulte has deep experience with current regulation and regulators.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Michael Byrne
    Band 2Michael Byrne

    Michael Byrne

    Michael Byrne acts in a wide array of transactional and regulatory matters for market-leading brokers, insurers and private equity firms. He is also recognized for his work with insurtech clients.
    • Michael has a unique commercial approach and ability to translate complex regulations into actionable guidance. He is a trusted adviser who combines deep, technical knowledge with real business acumen. He anticipates regulatory challenges, explains regulatory issues clearly and helps us navigate them seamlessly. He is practical, responsive and always aware of business priorities.

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    • Michael Byrne is a subject matter expert on everything to do with insurance. He is very knowledgeable and confident in navigating commercial and regulatory elements.

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  • Band 2Michael R Halsband
    Band 2Michael R Halsband

    Michael R Halsband

    Global leader of McDermott Will & Emery's insurance transactions and regulation group, Michael Halsband has over 30 years of experience in the field. He offers broad expertise in the transactional insurance space, frequently advising on matters including capital raises and M&A.
    • Michael has deep knowledge of the insurance and reinsurance regulatory requirements, as well as other relevant transactional experience. He is incredibly responsive and commercial and knows how to get deals done.

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    • Michael is a very strong advocate with a unique blend of prudence and creativity.

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    • Michael is extremely responsive, smart and a problem-solving attorney. He is creative and collaborative.

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  • Band 4Thomas Dawson
    Band 4Thomas Dawson

    Thomas Dawson

    Thomas Dawson possesses transactional expertise within both the insurance and reinsurance spaces and is frequently called upon for his regulatory know-how. His clients include domestic and international insurers.

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