Insurance & Reinsurance

The attorneys in our Insurance practice have an impressive track record of resolving complicated, large-scale insurance disputes throughout the country in both state and federal court.

We litigate cases through trial and appeal and handle both domestic and international arbitration proceedings for U.S., London market, and European clients in property and casualty, specialty lines, and reinsurance. Our substantial experience as national and regional counsel for major insurers in a wide range of cases includes precedent-setting, “mega” coverage cases or class actions. We have handled cases involving:

  • Advertising injury and personal injury
  • Asbestos
  • Bad faith and extra-contractual litigation
  • Business interruption
  • Construction defect
  • Consumer protection class actions
  • D&O
  • Defense of insureds in complex litigation
  • Environmental
  • Insurance guaranty fund issues
  • McCarran-Ferguson Act
  • Mold
  • Primary vs. excess insurance disputes
  • Reinsurance
  • Securities class actions
  • Technology/unfair competition

Alternatives to Litigation

We know when litigation is not the best approach for our clients and are skilled at recommending alternative solutions. We frequently utilize arbitration, conciliation, and “mini-trials ” to resolve disputes successfully and economically.

Nationwide case management

The firm’s sophisticated technology and case management techniques enable us to provide highly efficient and effective case coordination, which helps achieve consistent positions and results across jurisdictions. We frequently advise clients on litigation management and provide analysis of risk/benefit factors associated with litigation.

Active in professional organizations and trade associations, our attorneys are always up to date on emerging trends and critical industry issues, so we help clients develop “preventive” approaches and avoid scenarios that might lead to expensive litigation or adverse publicity.

Contact

Aidan M. McCormack, Partner
Insurance & Reinsurance Practice Leader
212-940-3093
amccormack@nixonpeabody.com

Michael P. Murphy, Partner
Chair, Insurance & Reinsurance Industry Group
212-940-3092
mmurphy@nixonpeabody.com

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