Franchise & Licensing
Germany
09 October 2025
Dentons' insurance law practice offers longstanding expertise in European insurance supervisory, broker and insurance contract law and is also well versed in insurance-related compliance issues; these competencies are regularly called upon by international insurers, insurance brokers and insurtechs. Another focus is on digitised topics pertaining to the insurance industry, including online distribution, AI and embedded insurance; practice head Kai Goretzky is a key contact here. Co-head of the European tax practice Michael Graf is experienced in tax-optimised structuring and tax audits.
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Testimonials
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- 'Dentons has never let me down in terms of the quality of their advice, availability and support.'
- 'Overall, Dentons' combination of global reach, specialized insurance law expertise and commitment to innovation positions it as a leader in the legal industry. Clients seeking a firm with extensive international capabilities, deep regulatory knowledge and a proactive approach to legal challenges will find Dentons a compelling choice.'
- 'Kai Goretzky has established himself as a prominent figure in Dentons' Frankfurt office, leading the insurance practice with a focus on European insurance regulatory law, broker law and insurance contract law. In summary, Kai Goretzky's comprehensive legal acumen combined with his profound industry knowledge and proactive approach to regulatory challenges make him a trusted advisor in the insurance sector.'
Key clients
- AIG
- Euclid
- Transact
- Everest
- Vale
- Ambridge GmbH & Co KG
- CherryHUB
- COGITANDA
- Zero Insurance
- Prisma Life
- Deutsche Invest Immobilien AG (d.i.i.)
- AnorTech Trading AG
Work highlights
Advising Zero Insurance on potential expansions into the Canadian market as well as the legal framework for three product extensions as part of a financing round.
Advising the COGITANDA Group on several individual questions regarding claims settlement by subsidiaries of the group, including questions relating to brokerage law. In addition, advising on the re-orientation of brokerage contracts.
Advising Ambridge on how the business model can be supported after Brexit through a UK branch and the establishment of continental European branches and what regulatory requirements this entails.
Practice head
Kai Goretzky
Other key lawyers
Michael Graf