Insurance | Europe

Vinge's pre-eminent insurance practice is centred on compliance and regulatory mandates. It advises on all issues relating to the distribution of non-life insurance products in Sweden and across the EU, with notable experience in the negotiation of insurance intermediary agreements. The law firm often acts on large M&A transactions that require a strong understanding of the regulatory framework applicable to life or non-life insurance companies. Its lawyers represent clients in interactions with the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority in relation to findings of non-compliance and the issuance of sanctions decisions. The team also handles litigation on behalf of both insurance companies and policyholders.

Mannheimer Swartling's insurance law practice acts for Swedish corporate or public sector clients on the policyholder side as well as defending large insurers in high-value claims. Its lawyers also advise on corporate and regulatory matters affecting domestic or international insurance companies, and have experience across M&A, policy reviews and distribution.

Setterwalls' insurance practice group defends well-known global and domestic insurers and reinsurers in a range of claims brought under professional indemnity, D&O and business interruption policies. The group also assists with insurance sector M&A transactions and handles non-contentious regulatory mandates.

DLA Piper handles a wide variety of insurance mandates ranging from coverage claims to cross-border M&A. Its insurance law group advises international insurers on claims arising under financial lines policies, including in relation to cybersecurity risk cover or D&O liability. Its lawyers also have experience on the policyholder side of insurance claims and have a strong track record of advising insurtech clients on disputes and regulatory matters.

Magnusson is recognised for its growing reputation in Sweden's insurance sector. The legal team advises insurers and insurance intermediaries on a range of regulatory matters, as well as handling claims and related litigation. The team also has expertise relating to policy wordings and the launch of new insurance products.

CMS Wistrand joins the rankings following strong market recognition, assisting with insurance and reinsurance mandates. The law firm advises insurers on liability and crime insurance policies, as well as subrogation disputes. It also acts for the insured in contentious mandates relating to policy interpretation and coverage. The lawyers are additionally well versed in regulatory advice regarding insurance sector M&A.