Latin America - Mexico

Galicia Abogados S.C.

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Well-regarded by its clients, the multi-disciplinary offering in insurance law at Galicia Abogados S.C. is a reliable choice across the spectrum of matters involving insurers and reinsurers. A ‘shrewd lawyer’ with an ’immediate understanding of what needs to be done and how to do it’, Humberto Pérez Rocha is a banking and finance expert and co-leads the department alongside the firm’s arbitration and litigation practice head Rodrigo Zamora. Associate Ricardo Montejano is the key supporting lawyer and is also recommended by clients.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘In terms of Insurance, it is a very complete office. The responsible partner knows not only the regulation but also the market, which makes an excellent combination.’

  • ‘Humberto Pérez Rocha is a very shrewd and experienced lawyer, he also has a great team. His best quality is his immediate understanding of what needs to be done and how to do it. To highlight among the associates is Ricardo Montejano.’

  • ‘The team, very synchronized, committed, willing and; with solid knowledge in the matter, and immediate availability by multiple means of communication. Extremely collaborative, very professional and with the greatest willingness to offer alternatives.’

  • ‘Extremely empathetic, direct and with the greatest disposition at all times; Humberto Pérez Rocha, always on the lookout in the affairs department.’

  • ‘The specific insurance legislation in Mexico makes this practice a specialty. The capacity and knowledge of Galicia's lawyers are deep in this area, superior to their competitors.’

  • ‘In addition to his ability and knowledge in this specialty, his permanent availability is very valuable, as well as his flexibility to find the best solution proposal.’

Key clients

  • The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company
  • Wimob
  • Grupo Nacional Provincial
  • Seguros BBVA
  • Integrante del Grupo Financiero BBVA
  • UBS International Solutions
  • Seguros Sura
  • Citibanamex Seguros
  • Integrante del Grupo Financiero Banamex

Work highlights

  • Advising The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company on its yearly registration renewal before the general registry for foreign reinsurers of the national insurance and bonding commission.
  • Assisting Wimob with four insurance claims relating to four merchandise robberies.
  • Representing Seguros BBVA and Integrante del Grupo Financiero BBVA in arbitration proceedings before the ICC and the CAM against five different reinsurance companies regarding their reinsurance agreements for coverage due to Covid-19.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Humberto Pérez Rocha, Rodrigo Zamora Etcharren