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Insurance: Transactional & Regulatory - New York

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Eversheds Sutherland offers high-quality regulatory advice, particularly in the life insurance industry, as well as strong transactional abilities. It frequently acts on high-value insurance and reinsurance M&A and capital markets deals and regularly advises on international matters, including mandates with European and Bermudian elements.

Work Highlights

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  • Eversheds represented Pan-American Life Insurance Company in its acquisition of Encova Life Insurance Company, an Ohio-domiciled life insurance company, from Motorists Commercial Mutual Insurance Company.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Cynthia R Shoss
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Cynthia R Shoss
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Senior Statespeople
Cynthia Shoss is an insurance regulatory specialist who operates a widely respected practice on behalf of insurance carriers and reinsurers. She is equally adept at handling domestic and international mandates.
"Cynthia is pragmatic and I hugely value her judgment and robust advice."
Bert Adams
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Bert Adams
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Band 1
Bert Adams is well versed in significant mergers, acquisitions, sales and other corporate transactions within the insurance industry. He works with insurers and reinsurers, among other clients.
"Bert demonstrates an exceptional ability to process complicated concepts and communicate them in real time to a wide variety of client constituents."
"Bert is a top-flight insurance M&A attorney. He has a deep understanding of the business and related deal issues, and presents practical solutions, taking into account the business needs and goals."
"Bert is exceptional to work with. He is always responsive and able to immediately synthesize information and provide thoughtful advice."
Ling Ling
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Ling Ling
3
Band 3
Ling Ling coleads the firm's transactional and regulatory group. Her expertise covers deals such as M&A and reinsurance transactions and she is skilled in both domestic and cross-border matters.
"Ling is an outstanding lawyer and true advocate for her clients."
"She is detail-oriented and very knowledgeable."
John S Pruitt
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John S Pruitt
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Band 4
Practice cohead John Pruitt is sought out by industry clients for his adroit handling of a broad range of transactional and regulatory issues. He advises on regulatory compliance, acquisitions and restructurings, among other matters.
"John is terrific and strong on regulatory matters."
Daren Moreira
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Daren Moreira
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Up and Coming
Daren Moreira is sought out for his expertise on noncontentious insurance work, including corporate transactions, restructuring and regulatory compliance.
"Daren is a go-to for any insurance regulatory question under the sun. The breadth and depth of his knowledge is invaluable and he always presents practical solutions and keeps us updated on the latest developments in the regulatory field."
Gary Ho
Gary Ho
Associates to watch
Gary Ho acts for clients such as insurers, reinsurers and financial corporations. His practice spans a broad range of transactional and regulatory matters including assisting with regulatory filings and advising on acquisitions.
"Gary has been a great partner to us and has a very diligent approach to his work."

Ranked Lawyers at
Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

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Insurance: Transactional & Regulatory

Cynthia R Shoss
S
Cynthia R Shoss
S
Senior Statespeople
Bert Adams
1
Bert Adams
1
Band 1
Ling Ling
3
Ling Ling
3
Band 3
John S Pruitt
4
John S Pruitt
4
Band 4
Daren Moreira
U
Daren Moreira
U
Up and Coming
Gary Ho
Gary Ho
Associates to watch