Insurance - Spain
What the Team is Known For
DAC Beachcroft is renowned for its capabilities in insurance litigation. The team frequently advises major insurers and manufacturers on D&O, professional indemnity, product liability and construction claims. Its lawyers often assist insurers with coverage disputes relating to the financial, energy and hospitality sectors. The team also advises on insurance cover relating to criminal damage investigations and proceedings. The law firm has notable strength in foreign markets such as Latin America and elsewhere in Europe, as part of a broader international practice. It has significant experience in complex travel claims or cases linked to environmental disasters, as well as being skilled in covering disputes arising from international and domestic risks.
Strengths
"The lawyers work with lots of caution and care. They are very quick to respond and they are very technical."
"They really understand the insurance market and how the courts work because they have a lot of experience."
Work Highlights
DAC Beachcroft represented an international insurance and re-insurance company, advising on coverage issues, loss adjusting and cause investigations following an oil spill at the Multiboyas Terminal No.2 at the Pampilla refinery in Bahía Blanca Beach, in Ventanilla, Peru on 15 January 2022.
Notable Practitioners
José María Alvarez-Cienfuegos stands out for his experience leading multi-jurisdictional litigation, most often when involving Latin America. He gains praise for his expertise in contentious insurance mandates, which largely consist of business interruption matters arising out of personal injury, malicious damage, fire damage claims and environmental issues. "He is very engaged with clients and he adapts very well to the necessities of clients." "He is very good at industrial risks." "He has good client relationships. He creates empathy, so clients feel comfortable working with him." "His advice is grounded in experience."
José María Pimentel is a well-regarded lawyer with notable experience in civil liability cases. His expertise covers contingency insurance and related loss claims. "He goes over and above to ensure we are comfortable." "José María Pimentel is very clear and precise and to the point."
