Regulatory and Administrative Representation

The Suffolk Group offers clients integrated regulatory services that combine subject-matter expertise with experience before a wide range of regulatory authorities, drawing on our legal and legislative backgrounds. Whether involved in complex administrative rate or market conduct hearings, product filings, or obtaining a corporate license, The Suffolk Group has developed a national reputation for its work.

The Suffolk Group's specialization among the insurance and financial services industries includes representation of national and state trade associations, foreign and domestic insurers, and agents and agencies.

Selected Highlights

• When Massachusetts ended rate-setting and allowed "managed competition" in the auto insurance market, Suffolk successfully represented one of the nation's largest insurers in seeking market entry.
• Served as local counsel for one of the nation's oldest and largest insurers to improve relationships and increase visibility with key regulators.
• Represented a national lender during debate and implementation of Predatory Lending legislation in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
• Negotiated a favorable settlement on behalf of a large national insurer resulting from a market conduct investigation.
• Received the largest percentage rate increase in Massachusetts history on behalf of a Medicare supplement insurance carrier.

How We Help

• Administrative Counsel
• Agency Networking and Relationship Management
• Product, Policy Form and Rate Filings
• Market Conduct Examinations
• Licensing and Certificates of Authority
• Regulatory Forecasting