While possessing ‘strong regulatory capabilities’, HFW is also well regarded for its expertise in insurtech, Lloyd’s market and M&A matters. The practice counts a range of major insurers and reinsurers among its clients. Jointly leading the group are Ashwani Kochhar, who is commended for his corporate insurance expertise, especially within the Lloyd’s market; Bob Haken, who brings legacy and Lloyd’s market knowledge to the group, as well as transactional expertise; and William Reddie, who has strong mutual and personal indemnity sector expertise, as well as extensive regulatory knowledge.
Testimonials
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‘Deep knowledge allied to commercial awareness and experience plus excellent teamwork within the firm.’
‘Ashwani Kochhar has deep knowledge and experience of the insurance market, particularly with M&A transactions, but can use this skill set in an extremely professional and user-friendly way.’
Key clients
- AXA XL
- Argenta Holdings Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Helios Underwriting PLC on the development of an innovative way of allowing existing and new members at Lloyd's to "rent" participation in Lloyd's syndicates for a limited period through a MAPA (a members' agent pooling arrangement).
- Instructed by the Lloyd's group Argenta Holdings Limited to advise on the contractual arrangements for Funds at Lloyd's for various entities within the Argenta group.