The practice group at Simmons & Simmons is equipped to advise insurance companies and brokerage firms on M&A transactions and a range of contentious mandates. The practice is co-led by Francisco de León, who is lauded for his ‘professionalism and technical excellence’, and Olivia Delagrange, who is noted for her ’in-depth knowledge of the insurance sector’. De León excels in M&A transactions, while Delagrange is highly specialised in insurance claims.
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‘Francisco de León has a very extensive knowledge of the insurance sector and its regulations. In my opinion, he is the best in the sector because he combines theoretical knowledge with a pragmatism that other advisors sometimes lack. Francisco cares about his client's needs but never forgets how important it is to carry out the transaction without putting unnecessary obstacles like other advisors. He focuses on what is really important.'
‘Knowledge of insurance and pension funds that is unique in the sector.'
‘The firm's strong point in the area of insurance is its vast knowledge of the sector and its particularities, both at a technical-legal and business level.'
‘Francisco de León: his best quality is the perfect harmony between his extensive technical and legal knowledge of the insurance sector and, in addition, of those closely related to it, together with his availability, kindness and excellent treatment of clients.'
‘Francisco de León and Paloma Sánchez-Fayos are technically excellent, always available and with a very practical approach. I would highlight the professionalism and technical excellence of Francisco de León, who also has a very good teaching ability to explain complex issues and an exceptional and incredible knowledge of his practice areas.'
‘Olivia Delagrange and Javier Montero's availability and ease of dealing with each other stand out. And then there is their in-depth knowledge of the insurance sector and the legal framework in various countries, combined with an ability to explain it in a simple way.'
Key clients
- Tokio Marine
- Zurich Insurance
- QBE
- FM
- Liberty
- Swiss RE International
- Aegon España Sociedad Anónima De Seguros y Reaseguros
- Medvida Partners De Seguros Y Reaseguros
- Inverseguros
Work highlights
Acted in a subrogated recovery action for a renewable energy company.
Advised Inverseguros on the acquisition of 100% of the share capital in Gesnorte.
Advised on the merger between Mediterráneo Vida, Sociedad Anónima de Seguros y Reaseguros, and its subsidiary Medvida Partners de Seguros y Reaseguros.
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Practice head
Francisco de León; Olivia Delagrange
Other key lawyers
Paloma Sánchez-Fayos; Javier Montero