The team at Sidley Austin LLP provides ‘clear, practical and intelligent advice’ to its clients on M&A and the Lloyd’s market. The team works closely with the US team to advise on complex cross-border matters, specifically on reinsurance longevity swaps and pension de-risking transactions. Co-head Martin Membery is recognised for his advisory work on distribution arrangements, structuring insurance/reinsurance policies, the transfer of longevity risk, and joint ventures. Fellow co-head James Phythian-Adams advises clients globally on MGA, business transfer, and a broader range of compliance matters.
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‘The Sidley team is knowledgeable, experienced and considered; they provide clear, practical, and intelligent advice.'
'The team is highly responsive and engaged; they are a pleasure to work with at all levels. Sidley pays a great deal of attention to client service, which is appreciated. ’
‘James Phythian-Adams is highly responsive and great to work with; very thoughtful and considered.’
Key clients
- Altamont Capital
- Apollo
- Arch
- Aspen
- Gallagher
- Lloyd's
- Munich Re
- Renaissance RE
- Ryan Specialty Group
- Westfield
Work highlights
Advising Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. in the acquisition of AssuredPartners from GTCR for gross consideration of US$13.45 billion (pending).
Advising Ryan Specialty in its acquisition of Innovisk.
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Practice head
Martin Membery; James Phythian-Adams