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Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A.

Insurance

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Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A.

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Provided by Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A.

Whether we are retained to respond to a time limit demand or defend an insurer on a complex allocation claim, our attorneys are prepared to handle the myriad of issues related to this complex, highly regulated practice area.

Gallivan White & Boyd provides insurance coverage advice, analysis, litigation and trial services to national, international and surplus lines insurers issuing commercial, personal excess and umbrella policies. Our insurance litigation attorneys represent insurers on first party and third party claims, declaratory judgment actions, and in breach of contract and bad faith claims. Our attorneys also assist with pre-suit claims involving property and theft losses, arson and potentially fraudulent claims; we prepare coverage opinion, non waiver agreements, reservation of rights and declination letters.

The insurance coverage matters we handle involve various policies including:

  • Commercial General Liability
  • Commercial Property
  • Commercial Auto
  • Directors and Officers
  • Environmental
  • Errors and Omissions
  • Garage Liability
  • Homeowners
  • Personal Auto
  • Travel Insurance

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Insurance - South Carolina

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

The insurance department at Gallivan, White & Boyd is praised for representing clients across the full range of insurance litigation cases. The law firm stands out for its experience in insurance coverage, tort and personal injury cases but is equally well equipped to handle product liability issues. The team typically defends insurers. It has offices in Charleston, Columbia and Greenville.

Strengths

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  • Gallivan, White & Boyd is a good choice for insurance.

    Insurance respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1A. Johnston Cox
    Band 1A. Johnston Cox

    A. Johnston Cox

    Johnston Cox draws upon long-standing expertise in insurance coverage matters, representing industry clients in litigation and personal injury cases as well as bad faith actions. He is based in the firm's Columbia office.

  • Band 1John T. Lay, Jr.
    Band 1John T. Lay, Jr.

    John T. Lay, Jr.

    John Lay is a leading name in the insurance litigation market, handling malpractice claims and policyholder defense cases. He is well suited to represent clients in personal injury, bad faith and product liability cases. He is based in Columbia.

  • Band 2Jennifer E. Johnsen
    Band 2Jennifer E. Johnsen

    Jennifer E. Johnsen

    As leader of the firm's insurance group, Jennifer Johnsen is recognized for her strong following of insurer clients, who turn to her for assistance in insurance coverage litigation and bad faith claims. She works in the Greenville office.

    • Jennifer Johnsen is an excellent choice for insurance matters.

      Insurance respondentUSA

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