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Dentons

Insurance

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Dentons

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Insurance - New Jersey

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Dentons is prominently positioned to act for insurance and reinsurance companies on a wide range of litigation and arbitrations. The practice has a strong bench of litigators and is supported by a considerable national network, and the team is able to provide assistance with coverage, catastrophe, D&O and mass tort cases, among other matters. It has particular strength in cross-border insurance work involving Canada, Argentina and China.
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Work Highlights

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  • Dentons represented Coaction Specialty Insurance Group in a coverage action filed by Southern Pine Credit Union, seeking a declaration of coverage in regard to a fidelity bond claim and alleged claims of bad faith.

Strengths

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  • The Dentons team is thorough, practical and responsive.

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  • Dentons has a very well-rounded insurance team that provides good, timely work and is responsive.

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  • Dentons offers a collaborative approach that focuses on client outcomes.

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  • The firm acts as a trusted advisor that helps clients assess complex legal issues that have an impact on commercial lines.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Shawn L Kelly
    Shawn L Kelly

    Shawn L Kelly

    Shawn Kelly is frequently involved in coverage disputes on pollution, storm damage and asbestos claims. He generally acts on behalf of insurers.

    • Shawn is a good trial attorney, who knows coverage law and whose judgement is trusted by clients.

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  • John R "Jack" Vales
    John R "Jack" Vales

    John R "Jack" Vales

    John Vales acts on coverage claims and other tax and regulatory matters for insurance companies.

    • Jack an absolute expert in anything related to insurance, whether it is litigation or arbitration. He is very knowledgeable and provides good advice.

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    • Jack is a top-class insurance lawyer.

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    • Jack is extremely responsive and comprehensive with his analysis.

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