Insurance

Vergara Fernández Costa & Claro is a well-respected boutique with particular experience in handling insurance claim defence in the Chilean market. The Santiago-based team is instructed to advise on claims arising from sectors including construction and energy as well as providing day-to-day insurance advice to corporate clients. The firm has added Cristalerías Toro to its raft of clients.

"Vergara Fernández Costa & Claro's commercial awareness is very good. They have put together a good and solid team that is proactive and solution-oriented."

Vergara Fernández Costa & Claro advised Empresa Portuaria de Iquique and Iquique Terminal Internacionalon an arbitration regarding the claims against the insurance companies in the context of an earthquake that resulted in damages to their ports.

Partner Gloria Claro has a long-standing presence within the Chilean insurance market. She frequently advices policyholders and represents clients in insurance claims. "Gloria Claro is really knowledgeable in insurance law. She is very keen, convincing and helpful when we need to understand difficult concepts."

Partner Sergio Fernández is well versed on insurance-related matters, including adjustment proceedings. "Sergio stands out for his knowledge in the insurance market. He is very thorough and experienced, which gives us plenty of confidence in his recommendations."