The eight-member team at full-service law firm Prieto Abogados comprises experts in the regulatory aspects of insurance company formation and transactional activity in the sector. The group also has extensive experience in insurance product-related distribution agreements, such as bancassurance agreements, mortgage-related policies, cell phone protection policies and extended warranty policies. It additionally assists with supplying insurance-related services, such as road assistance, medical services and home assistance. Practice head Patricio Prieto L has longstanding experience in insurance and reinsurance regulation, as well insurance product development and insurance-related contract negotiations. Notable support is provided by director Maite Larrañaga, an adviser on insurance regulatory matters; and counsel Juan Pablo Riesco, who focuses on coverage claims litigation. Disputes specialist senior associate Agustín Prado is also active in insurance matters.
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- ‘The management of cases is fast, and supported by specialists who deliver reliable results.’
- ‘The attention, willingness and speed in resolving issues are what lead clients to consult with them.’
- 'A solid team with excellent predisposition and that is well known in the market.'
- 'A large firm but the attention is very personalised. We work with Patricio Prieto, an eminence in the Chilean insurance and reinsurance industry.'
- 'Excellent desk, wide purchase and professional quality. Patricio Prieto stands out for the experience and security he transmits.'
Key clients
- Assurant Chile Compañía De Seguros Generales
- American Bankers Life Assurance Company of Florida
- American Bankers Insurance Company of Florida
- HDI Seguros
- HDI Seguros de Garantía y Crédito
- HDI Global Network
- Seguros Generales Suramericana
- Chubb Seguros Chile
- Chubb Seguros de Vida Chile
- HDI Global
Work highlights
- Acted for Compañía de Seguros Generales Suramericana in a coverage claim by Surlat.
- Acted for Compañía de Seguros Generales Suramericana in a coverage claim by Inversiones Futuro.
- Assists Assurant Chile Compañía de Seguros Generales on a daily basis.
Lawyers
Practice head
Patricio Prieto L