Latham & Watkins
Latham & Watkins works on some of the most complex and high-profile deals in the insurance market, advising on M&A, private equity, capital raisings, and pension de-risking. The firm also has developing capabilities in a number of emerging sectors, including insurtech, pension superfunds, and insurance regulation. Victoria Sander leads the practice, specialising in insurance transactional mandates such as M&A, reinsurance, and distribution agreements. She draws upon the wider corporate transactional strengths of the team, working alongside Kem Ihenacho, Neil Campbell, Mike Turner, Shing Lo, and Beatrice Lo with their experience in cross-border M&A and private equity transactions.
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‘They are a one stop shop for complex insurance matters, as they cover a spectrum of work, ranging from corporate transactions, insurance advisory to pensions de-risking and reinsurance. When we instruct Lathams, we know that the team supporting us would be the best in their field and dedicated to deliver us the best service.’
‘Victoria Sander is one of the best corporate insurance partners I work with. Her indepth knowledge of the insurance sector and ability to navigate complex issues is second to none. She is technically excellent and commercial. She is our go to lawyer for complex insurance matters as our trusted advisor, and has supported us through some of our most significant transactions.’
'Top team in structured finance.'
Key clients
- AXA
- CVC
- Domestic & General
- Just Group
- Lombard International Group
- Madison Dearborn Partners
- Prudential Assurance Company
- Rothesay
- Scor
Work highlights
- Advised CVC Capital Partners on the acquisition of 90.01% of Ethniki Insurance from the National Bank of Greece.
- Advised Lombard International Group on an Amendment Agreement between the company and the existing noteholder of U.S. $40,000,000.
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Victoria Sander