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Blaney McMurtry LLP

Insurance: Dispute Resolution

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

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Blaney McMurtry provides top level expertise in litigation & advocacy, real estate and business law. Our large insurance practice (comprised of 45+ practitioners) possesses significant expertise in commercial lines, coverage, inter-insurer disputes and reinsurance, CGL, D&O/E&O, as well as significant casualty claims. We are regarded as a leader in all aspects of litigation and advice-provision for the insurance industry, with the ability to handle complex, high-profile and high-dollar value matters (including coverage, class proceedings, and products liability).

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Insurance: Dispute Resolution - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Blaney McMurtry is a compact Toronto-based law firm recognised for its experience advising on a broad array of coverage disputes and insurance litigation matters. Its insurance team has a noteworthy track record in D&O and E&O claims as well as insurance cases arising from social engineering fraud. Its increasing areas of focus include fidelity insurance and cyber risk issues, offering additional expertise in matters involving inter-insurer disputes and casualty claims.
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Work Highlights

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  • Blaney McMurtry represented Tokio Marine in a coverage application within a Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act proceeding.

Strengths

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  • The team enhances our reputation through its advocacy in and handling of our matters.

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  • The Blaney team does very well in resolving things in a simplified manner, despite their complexity.

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  • The team provides great research and tailors solutions that work for our interests.

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  • The firm distinguishes itself through a combination of deep industry knowledge and proactive file handling. They have strong communication and responsiveness.

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  • Blaney McMurtry offers personable service and a pragmatic approach.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Anthony Gatensby
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    Anthony Gatensby

    Anthony Gatensby is a Toronto-based partner who offers extensive expertise assisting clients with coverage litigation claims and remediation cases.

    • Anthony Gatensby is very responsive and a genuine person who cares about the work and the file. He provides honest, open and frank dialogue.

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    • Anthony is great at identifying and explaining coverage issues.

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    • While his legal analysis is top-class, I am also able to discuss strategy with Anthony with a practical consideration of the potential risks and exposures.

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    • Anthony is a great resource for coverage.

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