Counting leading global and domestic insurers and reinsurers among its clients, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co has experience in licensing and registering entrants into the market, advising on distribution and remuneration arrangements, implementing governance frameworks, assisting with product and investment strategies, and guiding market exits. The team regularly appears before the Securities Appellate Tribunal, in addition to advising corporate agents, web aggregators, third-party administrators and other intermediaries in this space. At the helm is Shailaja Lall, who has deep experience in the insurance market. Akshay Sachthey is a key practitioner for the corporate, advisory, M&A and regulatory aspects of insurance and reinsurance mandates. Uday Opal is noted for his experience in advising on restructuring and regulatory compliance matters. Ashish Teni left the firm in 2024.
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Testimonials
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- 'Shailaja Lall's insights go beyond legal analysis — she brings practical, forward-thinking solutions that reflect a strong grasp of industry dynamics, making her an indispensable adviser.’
- ‘Shailaja and the team provide sound legal advice concerning Indian reinsurance regulations for our operation in the country, as well as how the cross-border regulations are intended to operate.'
Key clients
- Bajaj Finserv Limited
- Go Digit Life Insurance Limited, Oben Ventures LLP, Kamesh Goyal and Kanika Gupta
Work highlights
Advised Bajaj group on the acquisition of a 26% stake held by Allianz SE each in Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company Limited and Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company Limited and a 50% stake held in Bajaj Allianz Financial Distributors Limited.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Shailaja Lall
Other key lawyers
Akshay Sachthey; Uday Opal
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