Hogan Lovells (Paris) LLP tackles both transactional and regulatory mandates for its insurance-sector clients, including mergers and restructuring measures, using the firm's international network to service cross-border instructions. Sébastien Gros frequently advises on all aspects of domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, as well as licensing and other regulatory challenges. He leads the group alongside Sharon Lewis, who splits her time between Paris and London and advises on the structuring of insurance-linked securities. Ghina Farah oversees transactions and regulatory tasks for French insurers and reinsurers.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Hogan Lovells stands out for its combination of international reach, sector expertise and commitment to innovation. We benefit from a team that is not only deeply knowledgeable about the French (re)insurance market but also able to draw on global resources and best practices.’
- ‘Sébastien Gros and Gina Farah exemplify the qualities that make Hogan Lovells’ team in France stand out: deep expertise, client focus, strategic insight and a commitment to excellence. Their individual strengths and reputations enhance the firm’s overall offering and set them apart from competitors in the French legal market.’
- ‘Sébastien Gros and Ghina Farah have unparalleled expertise in insurance regulation. They possess an excellent understanding of regulators' practices and a pragmatic approach to cases.’
- ‘Sébastien Gros and Ghina Farah have excellent command of the industry, its subjects and its strategies.’
Key clients
- Simple+
- ACL Courtage
- Ag2R La Mondiale
- Agria
- Allianz
- April
- Ardian
- Assurant
- Assured Guaranty
- Aviva
- AXA
- Chubb
Work highlights
Advised Ardian on the due diligence, negotiation and signing of an agreement for the acquisition of Holding Orion and Pull CO, including their 39 French subsidiaries.
Advising CNP Assurances on the corporate and regulatory aspects of its strategic partnership with UniCredit and on the disposal of its entire shareholding.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Sébastien Gros; Sharon Lewis
Other key lawyers
Ghina Farah