DOXA Transactional provides coverage across the M&A and corporate landscape, underwriting two complementary solutions: Representations & Warranties insurance for unknown risks that could arise in a deal, and Tax Liability insurance for known tax exposures across a wide range of risk types. We’re led by experienced professionals, former corporate attorneys, and deal practitioners, and backed by the scale of one of the largest and fastest-growing Managing General Underwriting Agencies in the world.
Coverage for unknown breaches of representation and warranties found in the acquisition agreements governing a deal.
Common Uses
Typical Coverage
Protects insureds against known tax exposures being successfully challenged by a taxing authority.
Common Uses
Typical Coverage
Transactional risk underwriting doesn’t have to be complicated. From your initial submission request, to quote review, to binding, every step with DOXA Transactional is guided by experienced professionals whose goal is both to facilitate your transaction quickly and efficiently and provide peace of mind post-close through fulsome deal coverage. Our clear, five-step process is designed to get qualified deals to the finish line efficiently.
Our step-by-step process
1. Submit transaction details & coverage requests
2. Receiving a non-binding indication (within 48 hours)
3. Complete underwriting diligence & information sharing.
4. Finalize policy terms and structure
5. Bind coverage at signing (R&W) or as required within calendar period (Tax).
New to transactional risk — or just new to DOXA? Here are the questions we hear most often from brokers and potential clients, with straight answers from our team.
Coverage is typically provided to the Buyer in an M&A transaction and covers Breaches by the Seller of the Representations and Warranties contained in an Acquisition Agreement. The Insurer(s) thus step into the Buyer’s shoes, providing recourse to them for issues that may arise post-Close. Since both the Buyer and Seller benefit from coverage, payment for coverage is also sometimes split amongst the deal parties. Seller-side coverage may also be obtained in certain unique circumstances.
DOXA Transactional can provide quotes on a wide range of enterprise values but focuses on quoting primary insurance coverage on submissions with enterprise values between $25M and $1.5B.
The following information should be provided to obtain a quote:
As early as possible once a Buyer either enters a competitive Auction process or signs a Letter of Intent with a Seller. While quotes may be obtained with limited information, the more information a broker provides regarding the Target company, it’s financials, the deal parties and deal dynamics, the more targeted a quote will be. We are also happy to provide general guidance on potential transactions that have not yet commenced.
DOXA Transactional’s process always mirrors the deal process and can move as fast or as measured as necessary. Underwriting can be performed within 24-48 hours from the time of engagement if needed and assuming all relevant diligence and deal documentation is provided in a timely manner. Our underwriters always work with you to structure the coverage to fit the deal.
Our approach to claims is straightforward: we underwrite with the expectation that claims will happen, which means we’re prepared for them when they do. Proactive service on claims is part of our ethos.
DOXA’s robust platform provides the resources, infrastructure, and financial strength to meet your insurance needs.
SPECIALIZED EXPERTISE
President, DOXA Transactional
As a former Biglaw M&A attorney, Michael McGowan provides unique expertise on transaction structures, diligence processes, and risk allocation strategies.
Proven Track Record:
See How Reps & Warranties WorksCoverage for unknown risks in the deal — protecting buyers and sellers against breaches of representations and warranties that surface after close. R&W steps into the buyer’s shoes, giving them direct recourse to the insurer without going back to the seller.
Coverage for known tax risks — protecting against a taxing authority successfully challenging a position you’ve taken. Unlike R&W, Tax Liability isn’t limited to M&A transactions; it’s used by PE funds and corporations to insulate specific tax positions across a range of risk types.
See How Tax Liability Insurance Works