The powerhouse insurance team at BLP remains a market leader, combing a strong regional presence with the experience of its team to advise major multinational insurers and reinsurers, such as AXA, Chubb and Willis Towers Watson, on a diverse range of matters, from preparation bids, coverage analysis and defence of liability policies to insurance fraud, contractual disputes, third-party claims and liquidations. Practice head and experienced litigator Neftalí Garro brings over 25 years of experience and insurance regulatory expertise to complex claims and his role as legal adviser to the Association of Private Insurers (AAP) of Costa Rica. Key support is provided by senior associate Alberto Bogantes, who brings strength to claim evaluation, and directors Juan José López and Carlos García, who assist clients with authorisations, licences and the drafting and review of insurance contracts.
Testimonials
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‘They offer specialised services in different legal disciplines that makes them a team with a comprehensive overview of their clients' needs.'
‘Neftalí Garro's experience in the financial and insurance area is exceptional, and his ability to transmit knowledge is unsurpassed.'
‘Neftali Garro is a great lawyer and person. He always has time to talk about anything, whether it is complex or an administrative thing.'
‘BLP's strength is its holistic understanding of our company's problems and initiatives, and the approach of innovative solutions to each of the challenges we face. They are very organised and diligent.’
‘The BLP team are highly decisive, they take great care of their interactions with their clients, they add value to their opinions, they provide innovative alternatives, they are very friendly and helpful, they invite us to events that enrich our knowledge of the Costa Rican environment, and they respect our organisation and care about understanding it.’
‘The BLP insurance practice is recognised in Costa Rica for its excellent service, professional case management and for being attentive to the procedures and cases assigned to its attention.'
‘Neftalí Garro is an excellent legal advisor. He has deep knowledge of both insurance law and the insurance industry and business. He is an excellent business ally.'
Key clients
- AAP
- Zürich
- AXA
- Willis Towers Watson
- Münich Re
- MAPFRE
- ASSA Compañía de Seguros
- Travelers
- Chubb
Work highlights
- Advised Marsh McLennan on all aspects of the acquisition of Asprose in Costa Rica, including legal due diligence, contract drafting and negotiation, regulatory filings and approvals and closing.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Neftalí Garro