McDermott Will & Schulte named M&A Advisor of the Year finalist by The Insurer

April 16, 2026 – International law firm McDermott Will & Schulte has once again been shortlisted for M&A Advisor of the Year as part of The Insurer’s Program Manager Awards 2026, marking the fourth year consecutive year of recognition in the category.

Led by Partners Michael Halsband and Mike Byrne, McDermott’s insurance transactions team brings decades of combined experience as both lawyers and trusted advisors. The team advises on the full spectrum of M&A and transactional matters and is widely recognized for its strong track record representing strategic buyers and private equity investors in acquisitions, dispositions, mergers, and investments involving companies, brokers, agents, MGAs, wholesalers, consultants, and TPAs.

View the list of finalists.

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