Insurance - Brazil
What the team is known for
Long-standing insurance boutique Pellon & Associados boasts a solid track record in contentious mandates. Its skilled team represents insurers and reinsurers in cases before judicial courts at all levels, as well as arbitration panels. It is regularly called upon due to its strong capabilities handling litigation portfolios. Clients also benefit from its expertise with issues related to financial lines insurance, including D&O and E&O claims.
Strengths
"Pellon is a traditional insurance law firm that does regulatory and litigation work and is expanding its scope of practice."
"Pellon is specialised in insurance and has a very good team."
"They have already acted in large cases and have a lot of knowledge."
Notable practitioners
Senior statesperson Luís Felipe Pellon continues to be recognised by market commentators as a leader in the insurance arena. He offers a solid track record acting on contentious matters representing insurers and reinsurers. "He has been in the market for a long time and is one of the pioneers of insurance law in Brazil." "Pellon walked a path very focused on the insurance market and helped found the IDA (International Association of Insurance Law)."
Sergio Ruy Barroso de Mello is sought after by clients to assist with contentious insurance issues and is also recognised for his academic background. "He has a solid track record in the field and is highly involved." "Sergio is well established, very active and present in the insurance market."