Allende & Brea is recognised for its deep understanding of Argentine insurance regulations, including advising foreign and local companies on their obligations towards the state regulator. The practice also guides insurers through their day-to-day operations, including reorganising their businesses, underwriting high-risk policies, forming strategic partnerships with other insurers, and commercial agreements. In addition, the team provides arbitration and litigation services in individual and consumer class actions. Practice head Santiago Sturla draws on his corporate and M&A expertise to assist insurance companies in transactional, corporate, and claims matters. Further partner-level talent includes Tomás Di Ció, who has similar commercial and corporate experience, and David Gurfinkel, who defends insurers in class action claims.
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Testimonials
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- 'It is a very complete team and each of its members has a deep knowledge of the subject.'
- 'Availability, innovation, and knowledge.'
- 'They are highly skilled and proactive in solving problems. Allende has the advantage of having professionals who are very trustworthy and pleasant to deal with and work with.'
- 'My relationship with Santiago Sturla is spectacular and generates a lot of trust. He excels in his dedication to the customer and the search for practical solutions in the Argentine market.'
Key clients
- General Insurance
- Caja de Seguros
- MetLife
- Korean Re
- Zurich
- Reinsurance Institute of Brazil QBE
- Starr Indemnity & Liability
- Chubb
- Galicia Insurance
- Alliance
- Boston Insurance
Practice head
Santiago Sturla
Other key lawyers
Tomás Di Ció; David Gurfinkel