
Addleshaw Goddard has a large team of insurance specialists with an extensive background in regulatory issues, including establishment and authorisation, asset reconstructions and acquisitions, regulatory audits, corporate governance and other regulatory matters. It has a fine record in insurance M&A and the development of new products. The firm also has strong contentious credentials in professional negligence, policy disputes and other claims; it is seeing further growth in subrogated actions, including significant business disruption and property damage claims. Head of the insurance regulation team, Garrett Miller is highly rated for the establishment and authorisation of insurers. David Cantrell , Caoilfhionn Ní Chuanacháin and Paul Dempsey are noted for insurance disputes, including professional negligence.
Testimonials
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‘The insurance team led by Garrett Miller are experts on all things insurance related and are a great support for our insurance company.’
‘Garrett Miller stands out for being very professional, diligent and responsive on all queries. Garrett is very down to earth and approachable and provides advice in a very clear and concise way. ’
‘The team is dedicated to finding out what is important to us as a client and understanding the intricacies of our business. They are approachable, responsive and provide a safe pair of hands. ’
‘Garrett Miller is experienced and skillful in the field. He navigates and anticipates challenges and has our best interests in mind when considering practical solutions. ’
Key clients
- Ayvens Insurance, previously Leaseplan Insurance
- XL Insurance Company (formerly AXA Corporate Solutions)
- All Clear Insurance
- ECCU Assurance
- Credit Agricole Creditor Insurance
- Vodafone
- BMW
- Automobile Association Ireland
- Medisec Ireland
- Red Flag Consulting
- MMPI Financial Services
- Harvey Norman
Work highlights
- Advised Credit Agricole Creditor Insurance in addressing regulatory operational requirements from the Central Bank of Ireland.
- Advised AllClear Travel Insurance on its acquisition of Just Cover.
- Advised Medisec Ireland on a range of matters, including structuring and strategising for a new outsourcing agreement.
Lawyers

Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Garrett Miller