Insurance

Bech-Bruun

The ‘highly skilled and talented’ team at Bech-Bruun delivers comprehensive services across the insurance sector, including insurance mediation, corporate and regulatory matters, reinsurance, as well as insurance claims and litigation. Under the leadership of the ’highly proactive’ Anne Buhl Bjelke, the team brings expertise in litigation involving professional indemnity, D&O, all-risks insurance, marine insurance, and worker’s compensation. Bjelke is ‘highly regarded for her regulatory insurance work,’ advising international life and non-life insurance insurers on product compliance and cross-border activities. Camilla Søgaard Hudson is another key member, specialising in maritime insurance and dispute resolution, managing claims, lawsuits, and international arbitration.

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Testimonials

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‘Johannes Grove Nielsen stands out for his contentious work, handling several large insurance claims, not least relating to offshore windmills. Anne Buhl Bjelke is highly regarded for her regulatory insurance work.'
‘Highly skilled and talented team that gives adequate and thorough advice. Tasks are delivered on time and with effortless communication. Up to date with practice and movements in the industry.'
‘Johannes Grove Niels is excellent at understanding complex claims, and he manages to provide a clear and easily understandable legal perspective. Johannes leads a formidable team of exceptional lawyers who are always ready to provide unwavering support and step in whenever needed.'
‘You feel the passion and vicinity from the people in the team. They understand, and want to understand the business and make sure that purpose fits with the applicable law.'
‘The team always delivers best quality on time based on client needs and skills of team.'
‘There is no doubt that the Bech-Bruun insurance team is one of the market leaders. They are known for having very high standards, and they serve a number of insurers active in the Danish market.'
'‘Bech-Bruun covers all legal areas, and they have a great network for corporate collaboration and advisory services.'
‘Anne Buhl Bjelke is highly proactive and responsive.'

Key clients

American International Group (AIG)
Danske Bank
Lloyd’s
Tryg Forsikring
Gjensidige Forsikring

Work highlights

Advised ATP/AES in a portfolio of litigations involving judicial reviews of AES decisions on compensation (insurance coverage) for personal injuries.
Advised Howden Group on regulatory matters and legal due diligence in connection with its 2023 acquisition of Danish insurance broker North Risk.
Advised Danske Bank, one of the largest financial institutions in the Nordics, in successfully defending a Supreme Court case concerning a 1970s special pension scheme, raising novel legal issues and potentially impacting tens of thousands of individuals involved in similar schemes.