The insurance and reinsurance team at gbf Attorneys-at-law Ltd regularly advises insurance and reinsurance carriers on a range of matters, standing out for its work in highly significant claims across Switzerland, including acting as first responder under insurance policies in time-critical cyber matters. It also represents insurers in high-value product liability proceedings. Notably, standout contact Lars Gerspacher often represents insurers and reinsurers in international arbitration proceedings. Other key individual Dominik Skrobala has extensive knowledge regarding the licensing of insurance and insurance intermediary business activities in Switzerland.
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‘The collaboration is very flexible and ranges from answering individual questions competently to managing cases. Always provides good input on the handling and resolution of cases.’
‘They know the market, the regulator, the laws, everything.’
‘Super experience.’
‘Commercial knowledge of the insurance market and the practical impacts of local regulations is a key factor of strength for the team.’
‘Dominik Skrobala is probably one of the best advisors I work with across EMEA. His advice is always on point, clear, and, very importantly, practical.’
‘The team is young and dynamic, dedicated to the insurance industry. Each partner teams up very closely with the same associates, so that this builds trust. Associates are very high level.’
Key clients
- AIG Europe
- Allianz Suisse
- Allianz Commercial
- AXA Insurance SA
- AXA XL
- Beazley Insurance DAC
- Berkshire Hathaway International Insurance
- Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance
- Bupa, London
- Chubb Insurance
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Practice head
Lars Gerspacher; Dominik Skrobala; Clemens von Zedtwitz; Nando Stauffer von May