The insurance practice group at Garrigues is well-placed to handle a range of regulatory, transactional and contentious matters in the insurance space. Noted areas of expertise include corporate and M&A, insurance contracts, insurance litigation and reinsurance transactions. Co-leading the practice are Álvaro López-Jorrín, who specialises in corporate and commercial law, insurance contracts and insurance regulatory matters; and Mónica Martín de Vidales (corporate and M&A, insurance law). Arnau Tapias Monné (M&A transactions, insurance law, corporate governance and commercial contracts); and José María Muñoz (dispute resolution) are additional key contacts.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They respond quickly, shortening project execution times in this area. Professional Arnau Tapias Monné stands out.’
- ‘The Garrigues insurance team is a legally sound and reliable. The quality of their advice and their responsiveness, when needed, is superior to what we see in the market.'
- ‘What we see as a key differentiating factor is that the partner in charge, Arnau Tapias Monné, is directly involved in every transaction, personally reviewing the required documentation and attending to even the smallest details, both in form and substance.'
- ‘Garrigues' insurance practice is distinguished by its comprehensive approach, combining legal, tax, and regulatory advice with solid experience in the insurance sector. What makes it unique is its ability to address complex issues with agility and technical depth, both in Spain and in other jurisdictions.'
- ‘Garrigues lawyers stand out for their technical rigour, sector-specific experience, and ability to offer practical and well-founded solutions.'
Key clients
- CREDENDO
- Sanitas (BUPA)
- Adeslas
- Swiss Life AG
- BTG Pactual Reinsurance
- Mutua Madrileña
- Aegon
- Allianz
- Generali
- Helvetia
- Igualatorio Cantabria
- Munich Re, Branch in Spain
- Mutuavenir
- Pelayo Mutua de Seguros a Prima Fija
- Plus Ultra
- Surne
- Zurich
- Bansabadell Seguros Generales & Vida
- Banco Santander
- BBVA
Lawyers
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Practice head
Álvaro López-Jorrín; Mónica Martín de Vidales
Other key lawyers
Arnau Tapias Monné; José María Muñoz