McDermott Nominated for M&A Advisor of the Year for Third Year in a Row

On May 9, 2025, the renowned international law firm, McDermott Will & Emery, received recognition as a finalist for M&A Advisor of the Year at The Insurer’s Program Manager Awards 2025. This marks the third consecutive year that McDermott has been shortlisted for this prestigious award, a testament to the firm’s outstanding performance and expertise in the field. Led by Partners Michael Halsband and Mike Byrne, McDermott’s insurance transactions team has excelled in representing both strategic and private equity clients in a range of high-profile transactions involving insurance companies, MGAs, and related entities.

During the research period, McDermott’s insurance transactions team successfully handled a variety of notable deals. These included representing Waypoint Underwriting Management LLC in its sale to One80 Intermediaries Inc., securing a significant investment for Arden Insurance Services LLC from FTV Capital, facilitating Avesi Partners, LLC’s acquisition of OPOC.us, guiding Kewsong Lee and BellTower in their investment in Ascot Group Limited, advising MGG Investment Group in its majority stake acquisition by Conning & Company, assisting GRAM Asset Management in its majority investment in the UniVista Insurance platform, facilitating the sale of Insurvia, Inc. for Gemspring Capital, and providing ongoing representation for Bain Capital Insurance in its fronting carrier Emerald Bay Risk Solutions.

As a proud sponsor of the Program Manager Conference & Awards 2025, McDermott remains committed to sharing its expertise and insights with the industry. Michael Halsband, one of the firm’s partners, will also be speaking at the conference as a moderator for the panel discussion on “M&A: The New Currency of Consolidation.” This further highlights McDermott’s dedication to thought leadership and industry engagement.

McDermott Will & Emery is a globally recognized law firm that serves as a trusted legal partner for leading organizations worldwide. With a presence in over 20 offices globally and a team of more than 1,400 lawyers, McDermott leverages data-driven insights, deep relationships, and unparalleled industry experience to provide innovative solutions and drive superior outcomes for its clients. The firm’s commitment to excellence and continuous improvement sets it apart as a leader in the legal industry.

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