Insurance
Global Guide 2024 : Bermuda
Band 2
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+1 441 295 6500Chambers Review
ASW is an acclaimed Bermudian law firm that is particularly known for its specialised focus on the insurance industry. Its lawyers are noted for their experienced handling of the regulatory aspects of highly significant multi-jurisdictional M&A transactions. In addition, the team assists with licensing matters and W&I insurance. The firm provides high-end advice to an array of international insurance companies, private equity houses and financial advisers.
Work Highlights
- ASW advised Bermudian insurance group BF&M on a wide-ranging strategic review, including with regard to a possible sale of the company.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"ASW is our go-to law firm for insurance matters in Bermuda."
"They have great depth and breadth of team, and they are super-responsive."
"They are really good at navigating the relationship with the BMA and communicating with other regulators and local counsel. They are up to speed on recent market developments."
"ASW punch above their weight in corporate insurance."
"ASW is our go-to law firm for insurance matters in Bermuda."
"They have great depth and breadth of team, and they are super-responsive."
"They are really good at navigating the relationship with the BMA and communicating with other regulators and local counsel. They are up to speed on recent market developments."
"ASW punch above their weight in corporate insurance."
Notable Practitioners
Neil Horner offers a wealth of experience representing insurance companies in transactional and regulatory mandates. He is especially noteworthy for his insights into the Bermudian elements of cross-border M&A matters in the insurance sector. He has further experience in reinsurance agreements and warranty insurance mandates.
"I work extensively with Neil and he is very good. Neil is very commercial and flexible."
"Neil is a big repository of insurance regulatory information and knowledge."
Hanno Tolhurst is known for his deep knowledge of Bermudian regulatory matters. In addition to his expertise in incorporation and licensing, he assists clients with the regulatory aspects of corporate transactions and debt capital markets issuances.
"Hanno has an excellent ability to drive a deal forward. He is actively involved in the day-to-day transaction, preparing correspondence and answering questions."
"Hanno is very sensible and commercial."