RPC advises Amwins on the launch of syndicate 2479 at Lloyd's

International law firm RPC has advised Amwins, a leading global distributor of specialty insurance products and services, on the launch of a joint venture, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of Amwins' underwriting and capital strategy.

The joint venture is expected to support c$400m of premium in 2026. The majority of the premium will be supported by a new Lloyd's syndicate, managed by Talbot, which has been launched using London Bridge and is supported by third-party capital investment from funds managed by Blackstone alongside Amwins and AIG.

The RPC team was led by Partners James Mee and William Hogarth, supported by Associates Ribhu Mukherjee and Ali Chowdhry and other team members. RPC collaborated with McDermott Will & Schulte, led by Partners Michael Halsband and Michael Byrne, who provided US law counsel.

Client announcement: Amwins and AIG to launch Syndicate 2479 at Lloyd’s