Michael Gauvin is an associate in Ropes & Gray’s liability risk management group, which is a leading global practice at structuring customized, complex insurance solutions. Michael joined Ropes & Gray in 2021.

Michael advises private and public companies and investment management firms (including private equity, hedge and venture capital funds) on matters involving indemnification and insurance. He concentrates his practice on mergers and acquisitions and investments, advising clients on purchasing and negotiating state of the art transactional risk insurance policies (including representations and warranties policies).

Michael draws on his past experience as a litigator on behalf of insurance carriers with regard to complex coverage claims. His experience working with insurance companies informs his negotiation and drafting of insurance policies as well as advocating for clients during the insurance claims process.

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