A destination practice globally for insurance, DAC Beachcroft Colombia’s Bogotá office stands out both for its local capability as well as its cross-border prowess, with the ability to link up with offices throughout Latin America and beyond. Combining impressive contentious firepower with strength in regulatory and compliance matters, the team counts major global insurers and reinsurers among its key clients, including Mapfre Seguros Generales and Zurich Colombia. Office head Juan Diego Arango fronts the group and recently advised Arthur J Gallagher on the analysis and adjustment of a policy wording. Other senior names include consultant Camila de la Torre, who is highly regarded for her contentious insurance expertise, and Ana Catalina Restrepo, who has a focus on litigation and arbitration with an emphasis on civil liability, medical malpractice, financial lines, and property. Senior associates Malory Zafra Sierra and Ángela Hernández provide dedicated practice support.
Key clients
- The Hartford
- Arthur J Gallagher
Work highlights
- Advised Arthur J Gallagher on the analysis and adjustment of a policy wording.
- Appointed by Liberty International Underwriters, SBS and Chubb to handle the defence of the local cedant in proceedings arising from the triggering of a constructor liability policy, for the alleged damage caused to an apartment complex.