Beccar Varela advises insurers, reinsurers and brokers on corporate issues, litigation, class actions, product launches and distribution. The practice is particularly strong in transactional matters and is frequently sought out to advise on the formation, acquisition and divestment of insurance companies and the transfer and sale of customer portfolios. Regulatory matters and premium collection agreements are other areas of expertise, with the firm also recognised for its advice to online marketplaces expanding into the insurance industry. The practice is led by the highly rated Daniel Seoane, an insurance specialist who has experience working in-house with global insurers. Senior associates Agustín Duarte (transactional work and class actions) and Daiana Mari (regulatory issues and claims reports) complete the roster.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Daniel Seoane is excellent. His previous experience working in-house as the general counsel of an important insurer means he knows what clients want and provides excellent service.’

  • ‘The team is really solid as a whole and always available to the client to quickly resolve queries.'

  • ‘Warm, personal service and creativity to overcome obstacles and comply with the law but also make business happen.’

  • ‘Daniel Seoane stands out for his knowledge of the insurance business. The team always helps to resolve very complex issues.'

Key clients

  • Grupo Sura
  • Volkswagen
  • Mercado Libre
  • Supervielle
  • International Credit Insurance Broker
  • San Cristóbal/ Iúnigo
  • Cardif Seguros
  • Royal & Sun Alliance Insurance
  • Allianz Argentina Compañía de Seguros
  • Galicia Seguros

Work highlights

  • Advised Seguros Sura in the sale of its insurance company to private bank Grupo Galicia.
  • Advised Volkswagen on the implementation of a post-sale guarantee program through an insurance company specialising in vehicle repair.
  • Advised Mercado Libre on obtaining authorisation to operate as a representative of insurers and sell insurance products on its platform.

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Daniel Seoane