Specialist insurance firm Tuli & Co is the first port of call for domestic and international insurance companies, intermediaries and reinsurers on high-value insurance claims, in addition to outsourcing issues, bancassurance arrangements and commission payments. Three partners co-lead the New Delhi-based team: coverage and claims head Neeraj Tuli, who assists on contentious and non-contentious matters involving insurance coverage, regulatory and product development issues; head of the non-contentious offering Celia Jenkins, who ‘carries a wealth of industry knowledge’ in corporate and commercial work for insurers, reinsurers, and insurance intermediaries; and litigation-focused Rajat Taimni. Other recommended individuals include Mandakini Khanna, for her coverage and claims advice to Indian and overseas insurers and reinsurers under a range of insurance policies, including clinical trial, product liability and cyber; and managing associate Anuj Bahukhandi, who is well-versed in advising emerging insurers on digital distribution matters and implementing novel product structures in the Indian insurance market.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The insurance team at Tuli & Co brings deep expertise and solid experience in the domain. The team's reputation is solid and you can rely on them for sound advice.’

  • ‘Celia Jenkins carries a wealth of industry knowledge and practices. In a regulatory landscape that is evolving faster than ever, her understanding and advice is very valuable.’

  • ‘They are a go-to for anything insurance-related.’

  • ‘They are very strong on knowledge and proactive this their approach.’

  • ‘Mandakini Khanna's knowledge and dedication is excellent. Solution-oriented, sticks to timelines and delivers results.’

  • ‘Celia Jenkins and Anuj Bahukhandi are experts in the subject matter.’

  • ‘They are highly collaborative and innovative with their solutions.’

  • ‘Boutique insurance firm, with a deep understanding of the sector covering the coverage aspects of policies, litigation, claims and compliance with regulations.’

Key clients

  • Magma HDI General Insurance Co Ltd.
  • SBI General Insurance Company Limited
  • HDFC Ergo General Insurance Company Limited
  • Hannover Ruck SE – India Branch
  • Swiss Reinsurance Company Limited
  • Acko General Insurance Limited
  • Girnar Insurance Brokers Private Limited
  • Policybazaar Insurance Brokers Private Limited
  • Future Generali India Insurance Company Limited
  • Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company Limited
  • FM Global
  • Iffco Tokio General Insurance Company Limited
  • Assurant Automotive Warranty Solutions India Pvt Ltd

Work highlights

  • Assisted leading general insurers and reinsurers with developing the terms and conditions for the pioneer surety insurance contracts being launched in India, based on the provisions of the guidelines issued by the IRDAI and the broader general provisions contained under Indian law.
  • Provided coverage and monitoring advice to leading insurers and reinsurers in relation to notifications under D&O, E&O and EPL policies.
  • Assisting leading Indian insurers with cyber claims involving ransomware attacks, malware attacks and unauthorised access issues.

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Neeraj Tuli, Celia Jenkins, Rajat Taimni

Other key lawyers

Mandakini Khanna, Smriti Singh, Anuj Bahukhandi