About

Provided by DAC Beachcroft LLP

DAC Beachcroft is one of the preeminent Spanish firms in the insurance and commercial litigation fields; our deep knowledge of the insurance sector is renowned and recognized in all legal directories, as the recent editions of Chambers Insurance Global Contentious and Chambers Insurance Latam Wide reflect. We’ve handled some of the most important historical professional indemnity cases in Spain (including cases such as Vicinay, major environmental catastrophes, and banking bankruptcies). We also enjoy a dominant position in high profile product liability and recall matters, including the handling of pan European consumer products recall, and energy and environmental cases where we represent the major insurers and some of the largest corporations in the motor and electronic equipment industries.

DAC Beachcroft is one of the most active Dispute Resolution firms in for disputes in Spain relating to civil, criminal and commercial issues.

Our vast knowledge of international legal systems and ADR allow us to design the most efficient solutions for complex commercial conflicts in a global environment. This has been particularly important when handling the massive breakout of alleged gastric poisonings affecting the Spanish hotel industry and their lead retailers and tour operators.

DAC Beachcroft provides an international cyber claims administration solution and breach response in the Spanish office.

Chambers Review

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Insurance - Spain

2
Band 2

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 legal 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.

Work Highlights

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  • DAC Beachcroft represented a Spanish manufacturing company in EUR26 million international construction liability and insurance claims.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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José María Álvarez-Cienfuegos
1
Band 1

José María Álvarez-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. His clientele is impressive, often involving prominent insurers in Spain and beyond.

José María is key when dealing with complex issues and conflicts with clients and brokers.

José María is very business-oriented and a strategic thinker. He is outstanding.

He is very clear and he can negotiate well in meetings. He is the best.

José María can lead meetings with international clients with confidence.

3
José María Pimentel
3
Band 3

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 provides an excellent level of service.

José María is a great specialist in civil liability issues who is always willing to offer his services.

Ranked Lawyers at
DAC Beachcroft LLP

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José María Álvarez-Cienfuegos
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Band 1
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José María Pimentel
3
Band 3

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Beatriz Rodriguez

Pilar Rodriguez

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AIG

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Swiss Re

Zurich

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