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

Insurance: Policyholder

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

Rankings

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Insurance: Policyholder - District of Columbia

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

The widely renowned policyholder practice at Perkins Coie is known for its handling of high-stakes litigation, including toxic torts, data breaches and insurance-linked bankruptcy matters. The firm frequently represents major mining, engineering and technology companies and is noted for its strong knowledge of Bermuda Form law as well as the support it provides in legacy insurance matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Perkins Coie represented Hitachi Zosen U.S.A. in insurance coverage litigation arising from damage to the “Bertha” tunnel boring machine during the construction of a major Seattle infrastructure project.

Strengths

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

    Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
  • The group provides sound advice on litigation strategy.

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  • Perkins Coie has an acute understanding of insurance law.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Selena Linde
    Band 2Selena Linde

    Selena Linde

    Selena Linde leads the highly respected policyholder practice at Perkins Coie. Her expertise covers claims for wrongful death, business interruption, bodily injury and copyright infringement.

    • Selena is a capable attorney who really knows her stuff and is passionate about insurance work.

      Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
    • Selena is practical and good on her feet. She also knows when to fight and when to settle and resolve a case.

      Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
  • Band 2Vivek Chopra
    Band 2Vivek Chopra

    Vivek Chopra

    Vivek Chopra is an adept trial lawyer who provides corporate policyholders with the benefit of his coverage litigation expertise, particularly in the manufacturing and finance sectors.
    • Vivek is a good all-round litigator who is super smart and has great instincts.

      Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
    • Vivek is a visionary attorney. Aside from his legal acumen, he always provides excellent, practical and business-centric guidance.

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    • Vivek is a great coverage lawyer. He is a tireless worker who leaves no stone unturned when analyzing and assessing risk for the client.

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    • Vivek is a brilliant lawyer.

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  • Band 4Michael Sharkey
    Band 4Michael Sharkey

    Michael Sharkey

    Michael Sharkey offers clients deep knowledge of insurance law on the policyholder side. His areas of experience include cases involving environmental contamination and directors' and officers' liability, among other issues.

    • Michael understands complicated subject matter and invests time into learning about the client's business.

      Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA

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

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