Reputed insurance regulatory veteran Martin Tam leads Baker McKenzie’s team, which is well-versed in advising Chinese insurers on their entrances and activities in Hong Kong. The team is also known for advising large insurance businesses on business disposals, M&A, establishment overseas, and regulatory compliance and investigations, an area in which Singapore-based Mini Menon vandePol is a key contact. Also on the team is disputes-focused Bryan Ng.
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‘Baker has an Asia insurance practice which provides good support to insurance companies which operate across Asia markets. The insurance practice in HK is experienced and has good understanding of the market. ’
‘Martin Tam has deep experience in insurance law and dealing with the HKIA.’
‘Highly knowledgeable insurance team. Very well established in Hong Kong. I believe Martin Tam is the best insurance lawyer in Hong Kong.’
‘Martin Tam is highly connected with the insurance industry and the regulators. He understands the needs of clients.’
‘The team is led by Martin Tam, who is a seasoned law firm partner with expertise in the insurance industry. Martin is a respected thought leader in the field, frequently contributing to industry and key regulatory issues.’
‘Martin has consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of the insurance laws and regulations. He has been instrumental in helping insurers navigate complex filings and develop compliant insurance products that meet evolving consumer protection standards.’
Key clients
- Allianz
- China Merchants Insurance
- CMB Wing Lung Insurance
- Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
- MetLife
- Standard Chartered Bank
- Swiss Reinsurance Company Ltd.
- Zurich Insurance
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Practice head
Martin Tam
Other key lawyers
Bryan Ng; Mini Menon vandePol; Jovita Law; Tina Li