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McMillan LLP

Insurance: Transactional & Regulatory

Canada Guide 2027 : Nationwide - Canada


McMillan LLP

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About

Provided by McMillan LLP

McMillan's Insurance Group has an unparalleled depth of experience working with a wide range of insurance sector organizations. We understand the regulatory environment, and the risks and opportunities that operating in the insurance sector brings. Our lawyers have represented some of the world's largest and most sophisticated insurers, brokers and other industry participants, including adjusters, regulatory and compliance matters. Over the years, our Insurance Practice Group has had a multi-disciplinary focus, including among its senior chartered accountants members that formerly led the insurance practices of international accounting firms, as well as former senior in-house insurance counsel. This helps us provide our clients with innovative and strategic advice that is unique to the Canadian market.

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Insurance: Transactional & Regulatory - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

McMillan’s insurance group has core expertise across the regulatory space, complimented by its solid transactional offering. The firm acts for a breadth insurers, reinsurers, brokers and intermidiaries from its offices across Canada, including Ottawa, Toronto and Montréal. The team advises on licensing, compliance and M&A, amongst other matters.

Strengths

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  • McMillan is a pleasure to work with, communicating in plain language and avoiding unnecessarily dense legal terminology.

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  • McMillan brings a wealth of expertise and the individuals at the firm are highly organised, experienced and knowledgeable about insurance and reinsurance matters.

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  • McMillan offers in-depth expertise, combined with a strong relationship with the regulators.

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  • McMillan understands our business needs perfectly and works effectively at providing ongoing updates for our clients.

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  • The McMillan team is reliable, provides good judgement and is easy to work with.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Darcy Ammerman
    Band 2Darcy Ammerman

    Darcy Ammerman

    Darcy Ammerman advises insurance companies on the establishment of operations in Canada, regularly assisting with incorporations, fronting arrangements and regulatory approvals.

    • Darcy Ammerman is exceptional. She is highly knowledgeable, practical and deeply attuned to both regulatory requirements and business realities.

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    • Darcy is a pleasure to work with and provides top-notch client service for our firm. She is a highly skilled, accomplished lawyer who understands our business needs.

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    • Darcy clearly knows her field and she combines her legal expertise with a sharp eye for detail.

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    • Darcy demonstrates a thorough understanding of our business and operational structure, is consistently attentive and responsive when issues arise and is always successful in resolving our concerns.

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    • Darcy understands insurance and reinsurance and is quick to respond with helpful and actionable answers.

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