Kennedys stands out for its ‘comprehensive service’ and ability to find ’alternative solutions to defend the economic interest of its clients’. Forming a key part of the global firm’s extensive international platform, the Bogotá group routinely links up with its Miami regional hub, as well as teams across Latin America and beyond, to advise on cross-border matters. A popular choice for contentious work, where it has notable expertise in D&O, bankers blanket bonds, cyber, professional indemnity, and property and energy claims, the team additionally handles corporate and regulatory matters. Department head Mónica Tocarruncho is experienced in all aspects of the insurance sector; she is acting hand-in-hand with the London office to advise Mapfre, and various reinsurers, on matters arising from the Ituango Hydroelectric Project, including a subrogation action. Other key contacts include transport insurance-focused Mauricio Carvajal García and talented former director Catalina Botero, who was raised to the partnership in May 2023. Former senior associate Sebastian Escobar Torres left the firm in mid-2023.
Testimonials
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- ‘The team is always ready to support on the entrusted tasks. It provides a comprehensive service that is focused not only on the legal defence of the company, but also on finding alternative solutions to defend the economic interests of its clients.’
- ‘The team is composed of comprehensive, conciliatory and honest lawyers. They give an objective vision of the businesses they manage and do not make the client incur unnecessary expenses.’
Key clients
- Zurich
- Swiss Re
Work highlights
- Advised Mapfre and various reinsurers on matters arising from the Ituango Hydroelectric Project, including a subrogation action.
- Engaged to analyse coverage concerning the loss of the 4G project, Pacifico 1, and advised the cedants (AXA Colpatria and Alfa) and the reinsurers on legal strategy.