About

Provided by Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP

Hinshaw's deep bench of Insurance lawyers in Florida counsel leading domestic and foreign insurers in the areas of general liability, such as products, toxic tort, environmental, and emerging issues, first-party property, construction defect, professional liability (D&O and E&O), cyber, bad faith, and reinsurance (treaty and facultative). Hinshaw has extensive experience in commercial and personal lines policies, reinsurance contracts, and various risk management structures.

Hinshaw represents insurers in state and federal courts at all levels, handling cases from claims through negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. Our team also provides coverage analysis, assists with client portfolio issues, product development, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance support.

The team understands industry challenges and focuses on practical strategies for handling claims and legal issues.

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What the Team is Known For

Hinshaw & Culbertson handles a variety of insurance coverage claims on behalf of insurance carriers. Its team is adept at providing advice and representation in coverage matters concerning losses arising out of catastrophic bodily injury, business interruption and professional liability.

Work Highlights

  • Hinshaw & Culbertson represented Starr Indemnity and Liability Company in a declaratory judgment action, securing summary judgment confirming it had no duty to defend or indemnify an additional insured in connection with a $1.2 million personal injury and loss of consortium claim.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Rory E. Jurman
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Rory E. Jurman
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Rory Jurman is widely acknowledged as an insurance specialist. He regularly litigates on behalf of insurance carriers in complex claims disputes.

Rory consistently develops innovative solutions that align with client objectives, while fostering effective partnerships throughout the litigation process.

Rory is a great leader.

Rory always puts the client first and will not hesitate to provide the complete picture.

Rory is an excellent litigator and very knowledgeable coverage lawyer.

Rory is the full package; he combines exceptional trial skills, deep subject-matter expertise and strategic vision with an unwavering commitment to client service.

Pedro Hernandez
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Pedro Hernandez
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Pedro Hernandez is an adept litigator of insurance coverage cases. His expertise includes representing insurers in property damage and construction cases.

Pedro is a trusted and valued legal resource.

Pedro understands value and what drives a client's decision-making process. His negotiation skills are well known and appreciated, and he has an influence on other firms and parties involved in our industry.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Rory E. Jurman
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Rory E. Jurman
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Pedro Hernandez
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Pedro Hernandez
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Members

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André D. Sesler

Daniel C. Shatz

Francesco J. Palanda

Jenelle La Chuisa

Jill Mendelsohn Friedman

Joseph V. Manzo

Katherine A. Coba

Logan G. Haine-Roberts

Mark M. Heinish

Melissa A. Gillinov

Nicole D. Gould

Pedro E.. Hernandez

Viviana A. Loshak

Clients

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Allied World National Assurance Company

Allstate Insurance Company

BiBerk a Berkshire Hathaway Company

Core Specialty Insurance Company

Enstar (US) Inc.

Granada Insurance Company

Great American Insurance Company

Great American Insurance Company

James River Insurance

Prime Property Casualty Insurance, Inc.

Starr Indemnity and Liability Company

Industries

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Coverage

Insurance & Reinsurance

Regulatory