Walkers handles a range of contentious and regulatory matters for its insurance sector clients and is also tasked with assisting clients looking to set up specialist vehicles, including captives and cell companies, in Guernsey. Jessica Robinson has overseen a number of transactions in the insurance sector, and is also able to assist with the restructuring of existing insurance businesses. Sarah Brehaut is the key contact for clients facing regulatory proceedings, while Adam Cole acts for insurers, policyholders and intermediaries in disputes concerning professional indemnity and D&O coverage.
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Testimonials
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- 'Great experience of the local market and the nuances of the regulatory regime compared to, say, the UK.'
- 'They are very much involved in industry consultations, so act in the interests of industry as a whole, as well as ensuring they understand the developing legal framework.'
- 'Walkers is a firm that combines business practicality with a strong understanding of the law and the willingness to listen to the client's needs for solutions.'
Key clients
- EEA Life Settlements Fund PCC Limited
- Astaara Company Limited
- Lloyds Bank International, Guernsey
- Richardson International
- Timothy Le Cornu KRyS Global
- Ortac Underwriting Agency
Work highlights
- Represented Richardson International in its acquisition of Anglia Maltings and providing advice regarding Anglia’s captive Guernsey insurance subsidiary.
- Advised EEA Life Settlements Fund PCC Limited on a transaction involving collapsing 28 cells into two and seeking approval from the client’s shareholders.
- Advised KRyS Global as joint voluntary liquidator of JNA Limited in relation to its winding up and claims against the company pertaining to its global insurance business.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jessica Robinson