USA Guide 2026 : Illinois
Ranked Individual
Provided by Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
Hinshaw's deep bench of insurance lawyers in Illinois counsels leading domestic and foreign insurers on general liability (products liability, mass torts, sexual molestation, environmental, and other complex claims), first-party property (hurricane, fire, traditional, and high-risk property), surplus and specialty lines, construction defects, professional liability, cyber/privacy/artificial intelligence, treaty and facultative reinsurance, and bad faith, market conduct, and extra-contractual claims.
Our proficiency spans both commercial and personal lines, diverse risk management strategies, and addresses issues such as ESG/sustainability, climate change, COVID-19 coverage, and emerging technologies.
Hinshaw regularly represents insurers in state and federal courts at the trial and appellate court levels. Our team evaluates and resolves issues related to claims, negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations. We also provide coverage analysis and opinions, assist with product development, and draft contract language. Additionally, we provide our clients with training and advice on matters related to their portfolios. Our lawyers also represent insurers in regulatory compliance issues before regulatory authorities.
Hinshaw's insurance thought leaders have authored various resources, including prominent insurance treatises, book chapters, and our seven-volume series On the Law.
Provided by Chambers
Hinshaw & Culbertson is widely acknowledged for its representation of insurer clients in complex, high-value coverage arbitration and litigation matters. Experienced in construction defects, first-party property and cyber insurance, the team is also well versed in personal insurance claims and risk management issues. It notably acts for international and domestic US clients.
Provided by Chambers
The firm obtains excellent results on dispositive motions in insurance coverage cases. The firm demonstrate outstanding client service and is always available to jump into matters with little notice.
Hinshaw has a proven track record of success in handling complex and sophisticated matters.
Their service levels are superb and their responsiveness is exceptional.
Their team consistently demonstrates deep legal expertise, strategic thinking and a commitment to delivering outstanding results, even in the most challenging cases.
Provided by Chambers
Scott is highly experienced and provides exceptional support for his clients.
Scott consistently demonstrates excellence and exhibits deep subject matter expertise and a collaborative approach that enables effective handling of complex matters.
Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer
Provided by Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
John E. DeLascio
Paris B. Glazer
David E. Heiss
Jason R. Schulze
Sarah Anderson
Jonathan Yee
Brian Mahoney
Jordan W.P. Evans
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