DLA Piper stands out for its ‘in-depth subject knowledge and global reach for cross-border transactions’, especially in the W&I space. Jointly heading the practice are Amrit Mclean, who boasts extensive experience in pensions de-risking mandates, and George Mortimer, who leads on the group's regulatory insurance work. International head of insurtech Anthony Day assists clients in the insurance sector with strategic AI. In addition, Carl Hotton was welcomed to the firm in March 2024 from Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP.
Testimonials
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‘In-depth subject knowledge and global reach for cross-border transactions. Excellent project management with a keen eye for detail and anticipation of logistical as well as legal requirements.’
‘Their quiet professionalism, attention to detail, forethought, organisation, patience, clarity of explanation and incredibly calm (and calming!) demeanour has been second to none.’
Key clients
- AIG
- AIG Life
Work highlights
- Advised Ryan Specialty International on its acquisition of the Castel insurance intermediary group from the Arch insurance group.
- Assisted Legal & General with its £500m buy-in with the Deutsche Bank (DB) Pension Scheme, a transaction which secured the benefits of circa 2,000 deferred and pensioner members.