The insurance team at Clyde & Co Clasis Singapore remains a key player throughout the region, drawing on substantial expertise in both contentious and non-contentious matters to consistently represents major insurers and reinsurers, while leveraging the firm’s global reach to offer a full spectrum of services. Spearheading the team is Ian Roberts, who stands out for his experience working on multi-jurisdictional mandates, focusing on financial lines, general liability and trade credit matters. Noted for his expertise in the property. energy and cybersecurity sectors, Nicholas Sykes specialises in large scale losses. Andrew Bicknell is recommended for his focus on shipping and insurance litigation.

Praised for its ‘attention to detail’ and ‘unflappable nature’, the team at HFW stands out in transport insurance, with a strong focus on aviation and shipping. The practice advises a diverse roster of insurers, including national flag carriers and leading companies, on crisis management, high-stakes aviation incidents, and a wide range of marine insurance matters, including collisions. Head of shipping Toby Stephens offers expertise in contractual liabilities and crisis management in the marine and energy sectors. Kate Seaton is an aviation litigation specialist, regularly advising major airlines, helicopter and fixed wing operators, airport authorities and ground handlers on contractual liability and risk management issues. James Jordan specialises in third-party insurance claims and high-profile insurance coverage disputes.

Fielding a ‘very efficient, professional’ team, noted for its ‘vast amount of knowledge and expertise’, Kennedys Legal Solutions is one of the largest insurance practices in the region. The firm represents numerous insurers and reinsurers on high-profile mandates across various sectors and jurisdictions, with strong expertise in both contentious and non-contentious matters. Practice head Julian Wallace, who is praised for his ‘client-centric approach’, covers a range of areas including financial lines, professional indemnity, trade credit, property claims, as well as contentious and non-contentious matters in the healthcare industry. ‘Stand out lawyer’ Anita Quy advises a wide range of clients in the aviation industry, including insurers, airlines, regulators, general aviation operators and ground handlers. Ben Nicholson departed the firm, while Mark Errington joined from RPC Premier Law in July 2024.

DAC Beachcroft LLP provides comprehensive advice to insurers on diverse issues, including property and casualty, financial lines, cyber risks, aviation, and regulatory compliance. The team’s expertise spans a wide range of sectors, ensuring thorough support across various insurance challenges. Leading the team is Summer Montague, who is noted for her work in the property, energy and construction space working on claims relating to major infrastructure projects around Asia. Andrew Robinson is well-versed in both contentious and non-contentious matters.

DLA Piper’s insurance team plays a prominent role across the region, offering extensive support to insurers and reinsurers in corporate, transactional, and dispute-related matters. With deep expertise in warranty and indemnity issues, M&A, and insurance-linked securities, the practice stands out for its cross-border expertise. Steering the practice is John Goulios, who is routinely engaged by regional and global insurance companies on cross-border insurance disputes in respect of property and construction losses and financial lines claims.

Lauded as the ‘epitome of a full-service gold standard international law firm’, Norton Rose Fulbright provides a comprehensive array of services in corporate and transactional matters, including M&A, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance, while also delving into emerging areas like cyber breaches and insurtech. The practice is also well-versed in conducting investigations, particularly in areas like anti-money laundering. Leading the team is Anna Tipping, whose ‘experience and knowledge in the financial services industry is extraordinary, both in the Asia Pacific region and beyond’, maintaining a standout track record in insurance M&A deals.

Noted as ‘responsive, responsible and able to give straightforward advice even for complex matters’, the insurance team at RPC Premier Law is adept at handling advisory and dispute resolution. The team frequently manages policy coverage, damage assessments, and business interruption issues, with strong capabilities across casualty, construction, financial, marine, and cyber insurance sectors. Practice head Antony Sassi, who is based in Hong Kong, has a particular focus on defending professionals and D&Os in respect of tortious and contractual claims. Iain Anderson stands out for his specialism in marine insurance, while Carmel Green is praised as ‘detail oriented’ and ‘conscientious’.