Singled out for its expertise in transactional insurance and reinsurance matters, Mattos Filho regularly advises on M&As, joint ventures, asset deals, and distribution agreements involving insurers, reinsurers, brokers, and private pension providers. Complementing its transactional strength, the team provides strategic regulatory guidance, including the structuring of (re)insurance programmes, contract drafting and review, and support for digital insurance initiatives. The firm also represents clients in high-stakes arbitration and litigation, and offers expertise in claims adjustment and settlement procedures across the insurance sector. Camila Calais is skilled at assisting Brazilian insurance clients with corporate reorganisations, negotiation of agreements, incorporation of insurance and reinsurance companies and regulatory issues. Marcelo Mansur Haddad is noted for his expertise in M&A in the insurance sector, while Adriano Guatimosim Carneiro is well-versed in corporate reorganisations and joint ventures. Pre-litigation and insurance litigation matters are handled by Thais Arza Monteiro, a key contact for insurers and reinsurers engaged in judicial and arbitration proceedings.
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‘The team has in-depth knowledge of security issues and is always available to help.’
‘Helpfulness and good technical knowledge.’
'Camilla Leal Calais, Thais Arza Monteiro, and Marcelo Mansur Haddad are recommended.'
Key clients
- Omnium Reinsurance Company S.A.
- Banesprev– Fundo Banespa de Seguridade Social
- REAG Seguradora S.A.
- Nova Casiopea Re S.A.
- Newe Seguros S.A.
- SulAmérica Group
- EXA Serviços de Tecnologia S.A.
- EZZE Seguros S.A.
- CNP Assurances S.A.
- C6 Bank
- Chubb Seguros Brasil S.A.
- Fairfax Brasil Seguros Corporativos S.A.
Work highlights
Represented Allianz Seguros and Chubb Seguros in the lawsuits filed by CESBE requesting a judicial declaration that it is entitled to receive insurance coverage in the event of a conviction of EDP Transmissão Maranhão.
Represented Itautec S.A. in a lawsuit against PREVIC to ensure its right to withdraw the sponsorship from the pension plan administered by Fundação Itaúsa Industrial.
Advised CNP Seguradora Group on the drafting and negotiation of a bancassurance agreement with BRB Banco de Brasília S.A. for the distribution of capitalisation and consortium products.
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Other key lawyers
Camila Calais; Marcelo Mansur Haddad; Adriano Guatimosim Carneiro; Thais Arza Monteiro