About

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Horvitz & Levy is a boutique law firm specializing in appeals. In the late 1950s, no US law firm focused solely on appellate success. The firm’s founder, Ellis J. Horvitz, envisioned a firm devoted to winning cases on appeal. Mr. Horvitz achieved this vision, and it continues to unfold today. Horvitz & Levy:

  • Remains the largest firm in the United States specializing exclusively in civil appellate litigation.
  • Appears more often in civil cases in the California appellate courts than any other firm, prevailing in more than 70% of its appeals and saving its clients tens of millions of dollars each year.
  • Helps shape the law in precedent-setting cases, including landmark matters that have made a lasting impact on clients and their business imperatives. 
  • Has become a trusted advisor related to case evaluation, trial strategy, settlement options, and timing. 
  • Uses an experienced-hire model, leveraging Big Law alumni while offering boutique custom service with hands-on partner attention.

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What the Team is Known For

The respected team at Horvitz & Levy LLP is frequently engaged by insurers to handle civil appellate litigation. It acts on a range of matters, including bad faith disputes, first-party coverage and excess and umbrella coverage. The team has additional expertise in representing insurance trade associations and advises insurers on trial strategy, preparation of materials and settlement negotiation.

Work Highlights

  • Horvitz & Levy represented Farmers Insurance Exchange as lead counsel on an insurance coverage appeal before the California Supreme Court, which raised questions regarding coverage for interior rain damage that occurs during roof repairs.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Mitchell C Tilner
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Mitchell C Tilner
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Mitchell Tilner is a recognized name in the market for his unrivaled appellate experience in insurance cases. His work includes matters related to major data privacy, business interruption and personal injury claims.

Mitch provides us with solid and reasonable advice in complex matters.

I appreciate Mitchell's professionalism, legal acumen and collaboration.

Mitchell is approachable, responsive and helpful.

Mitch is a trusted partner we rely on because of his expertise, knowledge, professionalism and talent.

He is considered one of the top appellate lawyers in California for the insurance industry.

Emily Cuatto
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Emily Cuatto
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Up and Coming

Emily Cuatto is commended for her ability to handle high-value and complex insurance matters at the appellate level on behalf of a wide range of insurers.

I'd highly recommend Emily. She is great to work with and knows the ins and outs of appellate work.

Emily's legal analysis is excellent and her writing is also top-notch. She is knowledgeable in California case law. She's the whole package.

Emily handles significant appeals and is a pleasure to work with.

Emily is an incredibly knowledge appellate lawyer.

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Mitchell C Tilner
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Mitchell C Tilner
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Emily Cuatto
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Emily Cuatto
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