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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Policyholder

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Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Rankings

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Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Policyholder - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Perkins Coie has deep experience in resolving tough disputes on behalf of policyholders and is particularly knowledgeable in disputes involving the Bermuda Form. Its distinguished client roster includes major players in the utilities and natural resources sectors, as well as a significant number of technology companies. In addition, the team advises clients on novel areas such as cyber risk, as well as on more traditional areas of coverage, and has notable skill in toxic tort, professional liability and bankruptcy matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Perkins Coie represented Griffith Foods Group and Griffith Foods International in insurance coverage litigation against multiple insurers arising from bodily injury claims linked to alleged emissions from a sterilization facility. The firm pursued coordinated proceedings across jurisdictions involving disputes over liability insurance for underlying ethylene oxide exposure claims, including matters addressing key coverage issues before the Illinois Supreme Court.

Strengths

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  • The Perkins Coie team has robust knowledge, thorough attorneys and experience with insurance company litigation.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Selena Linde
    Band 2Selena Linde

    Selena Linde

    Selena Linde is a widely regarded insurance coverage litigator. She is sought after by household-name corporate policyholders in complex coverage suits, including claims arising from bankruptcies.

  • Band 3James M Davis
    Band 3James M Davis

    James M Davis

    James Davis is a well-recognized attorney in the insurance sphere, noted for his representation of policyholders in complex disputes. He has handled coverage claims involving D&O and product liability, among others.

  • Band 4Vivek Chopra
    Band 4Vivek Chopra

    Vivek Chopra

    Vivek Chopra wins plaudits for his advocacy skills, with sources applauding his pedigree in trial courts. He acts for a broad range of corporate policyholders in coverage disputes.

Ranked Individuals at Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney (3)

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    Selena Linde

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    James M Davis

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    Vivek Chopra

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