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Clyde & Co LLP

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We’ve been at the heart of global commerce for nearly a century, helping the insurance market navigate an ever-changing risk landscape.

Today, the risks that insurers and their insureds face are becoming ever more interconnected and complex wherever they operate around the world. Whether that’s driven by the digital revolution, geopolitical tension and uncertainty, the existential threats posed by climate change or the ever increasing legal and regulatory risks faced by organisations and their directors and officers, the world is increasingly unpredictable and volatile.

All this calls for an agile and informed response. Our global teams use their deep insurance sector knowledge and commercial understanding to advise on issues such as dispute resolution, multi-jurisdictional litigation, coverage issues, contentious regulatory proceedings, policy wording issues, product development, corporate and commercial services, and recoveries.

From the smallest claim to the most complex risk, our in-depth, on-the-ground knowledge is supported by a truly interconnected global approach. This combination of local insight and global network allows us to offer rapid access to expertise wherever you operate. We can help you navigate these risks and futureproof your business.

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Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer - New York

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Clyde & Co handles insurance and reinsurance disputes on a global scale on behalf of many of the biggest players in the industry, particularly in claims involving professional liability and financial institution clients. It offers expertise in insurance market arbitration as well as litigation matters and has a niche specialty in coverage relating to fine art and specie. The team is also noted for its strength in areas such as cyber liability and property damage claims.
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Strengths

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  • The firm is very deep and has been very astute.

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  • The Clyde & Co team stands out for its ability to deliver insightful, proactive guidance that anticipates challenges and mitigates risk before issues escalate. Their approach is highly tailored to client needs, combining deep industry knowledge with practical strategies that align with business objectives.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Michael Knoerzer
    Michael Knoerzer

    Michael Knoerzer

    Michael Knoerzer comes recommended for his handling of insurance and reinsurance disputes, with expertise including Bermuda Form matters, D&O liability and property damage claims.

    • Mike's work is stellar.

      Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer respondentUSA
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  • Paul Koepff
    Paul Koepff

    Paul Koepff

    Paul Koepff offers decades of experience handling complex coverage disputes, including those arising from bad faith, professional liability and toxic tort claims. He also regularly handles arbitrations.

    • Paul is very straightforward and immediately cuts to the chase. He is very responsive and proactive rather than reactive.

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  • Edward Kirk
    Edward Kirk

    Edward Kirk

    Edward Kirk has experience in high-value insurance claims and coverage actions concerning D&O and financial liabilities.

    • Edward is a skilled lawyer and highly respected.

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  • Owen Carragher
    Owen Carragher

    Owen Carragher

    Owen Carragher offers a great deal of experience handling insurance coverage disputes for major insurers, including matters arising from property damage, bankruptcy and theft.

    • Owen is very knowledgeable and draws on his past life as a prosecutor.

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