The Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP insurance group is highlighted for its strength in the life insurance space, particularly its pension longevity and de-risking work. The group can also be seen advising insurance brokers on a range of M&A mandates. Hugo Laing, who specialises in transactional insurance work and is most commonly active in M&A, portfolio transfers and reinsurance matters, co-heads the practice alongside Martin Mankabady, who is a key contact for non-life insurance businesses. Rosamund Wood, who was promoted to partner in May 2024, specialises in risk transfer transactions. Paula Gaddum leads on the non-contentious and regulatory work for the group.
Testimonials
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‘Hugo Laing is really strong in reinsurance transactional matters and fitted in seamlessly with our internal team.’
‘Hugo Laing is very strong technically, quick and responsive in turnaround times, and has a keen instinct for commerciality, so is able to translate complex technical legal detail into clear requests for commercial decisions to move matters forward, and adept at recommending the best approach to resolve any impasses.’
Key clients
- Resolution Life
- Canada Life
- Aviva
- M&G
- Phoenix/Standard Life
- RGA
- SCOR
- Pacific Life
- Rothesay
- Reason Global
- Euro Insurances DAC
- Maiden Global Holdings Ltd
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Hugo Laing, Martin Mankabady