About

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What we do
The team in Mexico provides an extensive service to insurers, with a particular strength in advising on complex and high-value claims. Our expert team understands that their clients want straightforward and clear legal advice, and they want long-term relationships with lawyers who are able to resolve disputes through arbitration and mediation, as well as litigation.

What we are known for
We continue to act on behalf of insurers and reinsurers, offering a full-service in several jurisdictions – including North America, Mexico and several Latin American countries.
The quality of our work continues to be of the highest standard in the region and as a result we are involved in high profile cases in both Mexico and Latin America.

Specialisations

  • Insurance​
  • Reinsurance
  • Dispute resolution
  • Civil and commercial litigation
  • Corporate
  • Real Estate
  • Tax / Administrative
  • Data Protection 
  • Ecommerce and Cyber


Recent work highlights

We have represented insurance companies in administrative proceedings and disputes against and negotiations with the Mexican Insurance CommissionJose , and advised clients such as: Axa Seguros, Zurich Mexico, JLT, Reasinter, Summa, AON, JLT, and Sterling Re - on insurance and reinsurance claims and coverage issues.


Chambers Review

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Insurance - Mexico

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

DAC Beachcroft is a well-regarded law firm with a strong international network of insurance practitioners. The Mexico City office is praised for handling insurance litigation mandates, for consulting on coverage issues and for advising on the regulatory framework governing the Mexican insurance sector. The legal team is often retained by significant players from the insurance and reinsurance spaces.

Work Highlights

  • DAC Beachcroft advised European reinsurers on a USD20 million claim that arose from potentially defective components supplied to a railway system in Monterrey.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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3
Miguel Ángel de la Fuente Estrada
3
Band 3
Respected Mexico City-based partner Miguel Ángel de la Fuente Estrada specialises in the full gamut of insurance matters. He is noted for his work in coverage assessments and regulatory counselling.

Miguel Ángel de la Fuente Estrada is client-focused. He offers us good insight into the reinsurance market and is always available.

Ranked Lawyers at
DAC Beachcroft LLP

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Mexico

Insurance

3
Miguel Ángel de la Fuente Estrada
3
Band 3

Members

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Miguel Angel de la Fuente

Clients

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AIG

Axa

Liberty

Munich Re

QBE

Swiss Re

Zurich

Industries

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Insurance