Costa, Albino & Rocha Sociedade de Advogados (CAR)
The combination of two prominent firms with market-leading insurance practices, CAL – Costa & Albino Sociedade de Advogados and DR&A Advogados, which merged in May 2023, Costa, Albino & Rocha Sociedade de Advogados (CAR) forms a significant Brazilian insurance powerhouse made all the more compelling, particularly for international clients, through the ongoing association with HFW. Insurers and reinsurers turn to the firm for assistance in strategic and advisory work, including M&A, business incorporations, regulatory issues and compliance. The group also showcases strong litigation credentials, providing support in high-value D&O and E&O claims, and disputes linked to surety bonds and judicial guarantees. Legacy CAL partner Julio Costa brings a wealth of experience in aviation and marine insurance. Dinir Rios Da Rocha, an ‘expert in the field of insurance’, is another leading figure in the team. Julia Santoro Donato offers ’deep knowledge’, particularly on the non-contentious side, as does Carolina Oger Affonso De Almeida. Ricardo Ribeiro Da Luz Loew is a strong name on the litigation front.
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‘A spectacular firm. Super updated, impeccable technical opinions. Very assertive regulatory support. Very involved in ESG issues. Highly qualified professionals.’
‘One of the most knowledgeable firms on the subject of insurance in Brazil. Pragmatic, agile and accessible team. They meet deadlines and are accurate in deliveries.’
‘Dinir Rocha is an expert in the field of insurance. We admire Dinir for his simplicity and genius in his specialty.’
‘Extremely competent team from the junior lawyer to the founding partner.’
‘Dinir Rocha - technique, cordiality, trust and negotiation.'
‘Julia Donato is our contact person. She has a deep knowledge in Brazilian related matters.’
‘They have deep knowledge of the insurance market. They are very flexible in meeting the demands of the client.’
‘The professionals who stand out are: Julia Santoro Donato, Carolina Oger Affonso De Almeida, and Dinir Rocha himself. Everyone is very helpful and always available, which increases the confidence that we can count on their advice and services.’
Key clients
- Allianz Seguros
- BMG Seguros
- Axa Seguros
- Fairfax Brasil Seguros Corporativos
- Chubb Seguros Brasil
- Starr International Brasil Seguradora
- Sompo Seguros and group
- Zurich Brasil Companhia de Seguros and Liberty Seguros
- AIG Seguros
- Swiss Re Corporate Solutions Brasil
- Justos Seguros
- Atradius Credito y Caucion
- Fator Seguradora
- Avla Seguros Brasil
- Marsh McLennan
Work highlights
- Assisted AVLA in launching its business in Brazil and structuring its innovative credit and surety bond products.
- Advised Good Winds Corretorra de Seguros on its takeover by Alper Corretora de Seguros.
- Assisting STARR in negotiations with the payment company Soudi Cartões to establish an insurance distribution channel.
Lawyers
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Leading individuals
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Dinir Salvador Rios da Rocha, Julio Costa