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Clifford Chance LLP

Insurance

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Clifford Chance LLP

Rankings

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Insurance - Spain

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance's global network enables the team to showcase its cross-border capabilities and advise a variety of international and local clients. The law firm regularly advises on M&A and investments in the insurance industry, as well as pension fund matters and restructuring. Its lawyers often handle regulatory mandates relating to the distribution of insurance products by European corporate clients and banks. The legal team also offers additional expertise in W&I claims and insurance-backed civil liability cases, often collaborating with colleagues from the law firm's Spanish dispute resolution department.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance advised Santander on its EUR3.5 billion investment in Viridium.

Strengths

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  • The Clifford Chance team is highly engaged and responsive, extremely client focused and commercially astute.

    Insurance respondentEurope

  • The firm stands out for its agility, its subject matter knowledge and its results-oriented approach.

    Insurance respondentEurope

  • We value the firm's thoroughness and the highly professional work it provides.

    Insurance respondentEurope

  • Clifford Chance is distinguished by its leadership and subject matter knowledge.

    Insurance respondentEurope

  • I would highlight the quality and experience of Clifford Chance's professionals.

    Insurance respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Miguel Barredo
    Miguel Barredo

    Miguel Barredo

    Miguel Barredo garners strong client support for his insurance practice, with notable expertise assisting key clients in the industry with a range of issues. His client base includes notable financial institutions as well as prime insurance providers.

    • I love working with Miguel Barredo, it is all very smooth. He is a pleasure to work with. On top of excellent knowledge, he stood out for his incredible preparation. He knew absolutely everything.

      Insurance respondentEurope

    • Miguel and the team are very hard working and precise in delivering any support we need in the context of very complex matters. Miguel is a point of reference for insurance M&A in Spain.

      Insurance respondentEurope

    • Miguel is an exceptional lawyer, with extensive knowledge and experience.

      Insurance respondentEurope

    • We are very happy with Miguel.

      Insurance respondentEurope

    • Miguel Barredo is a very accessible lawyer. He is super knowledgeable and is flexible when it comes to finding solutions in complex circumstances. His experience goes beyond his years. He is fantastic.

      Insurance respondentEurope
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  • Juan Valcárcel
    Juan Valcárcel

    Juan Valcárcel

    Juan Valcárcel is an associate in the law firm's insurance department who regularly assists insurance companies with refinancings, acquisitions and corporate reorganisations.

    • We value Juan's experience in the sector and the quality advice he provides.

      Insurance respondentEurope

    • Juan Valcárcel has extraordinary work capacity and a mastery of all the subjects in which he participates.

      Insurance respondentEurope

    • Juan is a very good lawyer. He is very hardworking and professional.

      Insurance respondentEurope

    • Juan Valcárcel is a lawyer with an outstanding and constantly growing track record.

      Insurance respondentEurope

    • Juan is a fabulous talent. In addition to his obvious legal talent, he is commercially pragmatic, highly responsive and a pleasure to work with.

      Insurance respondentEurope
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