The insurance team at Simont Braun advises and represents established and disruptive insurance companies, assisting them through the European and Belgian regulatory landscape. Thomas Derval advises clients on regulatory questions relating to investment and savings insurance products, while Philippe De Prez assists insurance distributors on M&A regulatory issues. Rafaël Jafferali specialises in litigation in the space.
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Testimonials
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- ‘This firm has expertise in all matters relating to the Belgian market. Its lawyers are responsive, precise, and professional.’
- ‘The insurance team at Simont Braun is extremely competent, responsive, and easy to approach. Above all, they are always looking to find a solution that will help their client and are willing to go the extra mile.'
- 'The fact that the firm is full service means that all questions can be centralised with a single contact, which makes the work much easier for the client.’
- ‘In addition to Thomas Derval's strong regulatory and insurance law expertise, he also has an excellent understanding of the Belgian market, practices, and insurance authorities.’
- ‘Extensive knowledge and experience. Swift delivery.’
- ‘Thomas Derval takes a precise, pedagogic, and pragmatic approach. He truly understands the challenges faced by businesses, particularly startups and insurtech companies.’
Key clients
- Revolut
- Aion bank
- International Sureties
- NewB
- Stoïk Assurance
- Test-Achats
- TCA Assurances
- Easyvest
- Den Hartigh
Work highlights
Assisting the MGA with its access to the Belgian market including reviewing contractual documentation and regulatory permissions.
Advised the Den Hartigh Group, a Dutch-Belgian group of insurance intermediaries and underwriters, with the Belgian regulatory aspects of their acquisition by Optio Group, a UK-based insurance group.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Thomas Derval; Philippe De Prez
Other key lawyers
Rafaël Jafferali