HFW Recognised in Chambers Latin America Guide 2026

Global sector-focused law firm HFW has been once again recognised in the Chambers Latin America Guide 2026, which ranks the leading law firms and lawyers across the region based on client feedback and independent research.

The firm achieved three rankings across key practice areas and jurisdictions, including Band 1 recognition for Insurance – International Counsel. This reflects HFW’s growing presence and reputation in Latin America.

Among the standout individual recognitions, Jonathan Bruce was ranked Band 1 in Insurance – International Counsel, while Christopher Cardona, previously Band 1 in the 2025 guide, is now recognised as a Senior Statesperson in the same category. This designation reflects his enduring leadership and strategic influence in the Latin American insurance market.

Client and market feedback in the guide highlights HFW’s deep sector knowledge, technical excellence, and client-first approach:

“HFW have a strong relationship with us and a solid understanding of reinsurance products. They are highly engaged and recognised as a well-established law firm with a broad set of skills.”

Notable practitioner feedback includes:

Christopher Cardona (Senior Statespeople – Insurance – International Counsel): “Christopher knows the facts inside out and offers clear, helpful advice in the highly complex area that is insurance in Latin America.”

Jonathan Bruce (Band 1 – Insurance – International Counsel): “Jonathan is a highly respected and well-known legal practitioner, particularly in the marine coverage sector.”

HFW Rankings in Chambers Latin America Guide 2026

HFW practices ranked Band 1:

• Insurance – International Counsel

HFW lawyers ranked in Band 1:

• Jonathan Bruce – Insurance – International Counsel

Other individual lawyer rankings:

• Christopher Cardona – Insurance – International Counsel – Senior Statespeople

The Chambers Latin America rankings are based on rigorous research and client interviews, evaluating legal ability, client service, commercial awareness, and commitment.

HFW’s full rankings in the Chambers Latin America Guide 2026 can be found here.