Sidley Austin LLP

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.