Marval O’Farrell Mairal is defined by its ‘professionalism and dedication’ in representing insurers and reinsurers, and shipping, mining and construction companies in pre-judicial and judicial disputes. The practitioners are experienced in mediation and arbitration as well as individual and class actions escalated to the level of the provincial, federal, and international courts. These multimillion-dollar claims cover a broad scope of issues, from vehicle collisions, malfunctions, and loss to improper policy risk transference to third parties. Action by consumer associations regarding the reimbursement of premiums paid during the COVID-19 pandemic is another active area of work. Practice head Pablo Cereijido is immersed in insurance and reinsurance issues, including litigation and arbitration, policy drafting, and registering foreign brokers within Argentina. Shipping and maritime lawyer Elias Bestani advises on the incorporation of insurance companies, portfolio transfers, and coverage disputes. The partners are bolstered by associates María Victoria Rodríguez Mamberti (semi-senior), who also handles maritime and aviation claims, and Matias Acrogliano and Andrea Zaniratto (senior), who advise on insurance and reinsurance regulations, contractual issues, and distribution schemes. Of counsel Alberto Cappagli continues to lend senior expertise to the practice.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team stands out for its professionalism and dedication. Each member brings a unique combination of experience and skills, creating a collaborative and dynamic work environment.'
- 'Elias Bestani and Pablo Cereijido, as well as María Victoria Rodríguez Mamberti and Matias Acrogliano, deliver a tailor-made product with deep knowledge of the law and the commercial aspects of the matter in hand. They work in permanent contact with the client. Their in-depth analysis of cases is outstanding. Their attitude towards the client outperforms most of their competitors. They are used to sharing information and providing well-substantiated recommendations for the best resolution of the cases they have to deal with.'
- 'We deal with Elias Bestani and María Victoria Rodríguez Mamberti on a continuous basis. They have profound knowledge of the matters in hand, are proactive and provide sound advice, assisting in solving cases rather than complicating them. They are able to listen and share.'
- 'The best insurance and reinsurance team in Argentina, and probably the entire region. They're up to date with every detail and approach each case with precision, practicality, and excellence.'
- 'Pablo Cereijido is the best insurance and reinsurance lawyer in Latin America.'
- 'The team understand the London aviation insurance market and are proactive in the way that they handle matters and advise. They never fail to keep me up to date with matters, consider innovative solutions and include commercial reality in their advice. Elias Bestani is excellent in all respects.'
Key clients
- XL Catlin
- The Zurich Group
- Mapfre
- Assurant Argentina Insurance Company
- Andina ART
- Sancor Insurance
- San Cristobal Insurance
- Generali
- Hanseatica
- Group Stellantis
- RCI - Renault
- Cardif
Work highlights
Representing Nación Seguros, a leading Argentine insurer, in a high-profile $4m insurance claim concerning the collision of two helicopters during the filming of a French TV show that caused the death of 10 Argentine and foreign citizens onboard and the loss of both helicopters.
Representing one of the world's leading logistics companies in judicial proceedings brought by one of its customers claiming damages in an alleged case of cross-labelling, whereby two consignments were supposedly mixed up so that each was delivered to the wrong country of destination.
Advising three of the main motor insurers to defend collective claims brought by consumer associations seeking reimbursement of premiums accrued during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Lawyers
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Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Matias Acrogliano
María Victoria Rodríguez Mamberti
Practice head
Pablo Cereijido
Other key lawyers
Elias Bestani; María Victoria Rodríguez Mamberti; Matias Acrogliano; Andrea Zaniratto; Alberto Cappagli