Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow‘s financial services group offers a comprehensive practice for the insurance sector, with a notable focus on non-contentious matters. The team is well-versed in handling significant M&A transactions, complex regulatory advice, post-acquisition integrations, and matters in the InsurTech space. The practice is jointly led by Stephanie Magnus, who specialises in corporate and regulatory insurance law, and Nandakumar Ponniya, who brings expertise in high-value disputes and international arbitration. Zhe Xu Lee is also a key member, frequently advising on licensing, product distribution, and bancassurance agreements.
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Key clients
- Income Insurance Limited
- GrabInsure Insurance Agency (S) Pte Ltd
Work highlights
Advised the Grab Group, which is one of Southeast Asia's leading superapps, on how to structure its activities to be able to offer its own insurance products to new gig economy workers on a scalable basis.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Stephanie Magnus; Nandakumar Ponniya
Other key lawyers
Zhe Xu Lee