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Perkins Coie's Insurance Recovery lawyers have shaped pro-policyholder law in nearly every jurisdiction in the United States. We are among the elite firms in the country that represent only policyholders in insurance coverage disputes. Our lawyers have a broad range of experience and a record of success in enforcing policyholders’ rights to coverage under almost every type of commercial insurance policy for a wide range of losses and liabilities.

We have represented the leading companies in almost every industry, including FORTUNE 500 and Global 500 companies, as well as public sector policyholders. We also have helped various entities maximize insurance proceeds in complex bankruptcy proceedings. We have negotiated with, and litigated against, virtually every major insurer in the United States, as well as in the London and Bermuda markets, having recovered billions of dollars in insurance proceeds for our clients.

Our group has significant experience with various major industry captives, such as AEGIS, ICI Mutual and OIL, among others. Our lawyers also have experience with a wide range of specialized insurance policies and coverages. These include but are not limited to: additional insured endorsements, captive reinsurance, employee benefits liability, fiduciary liability, marine-cargo, event cancellation, political risk, private mortgage insurance,  professional athlete disability insurance and satellite insurance.

Chambers Review

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Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Policyholder - USA - Nationwide

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Perkins Coie has deep experience in resolving tough disputes on behalf of policyholders and is particularly knowledgeable in disputes involving the Bermuda Form. Its distinguished client roster includes major players in the utilities and natural resources sectors, as well as a significant number of technology companies. In addition, the team advises clients on novel areas such as cyber risk, as well as on more traditional areas of coverage, and has notable skill in toxic tort, professional liability and bankruptcy matters.

Work Highlights

  • Perkins Coie represented Griffith Foods Group and Griffith Foods International in insurance coverage litigation against multiple insurers arising from bodily injury claims linked to alleged emissions from a sterilization facility. The firm pursued coordinated proceedings across jurisdictions involving disputes over liability insurance for underlying ethylene oxide exposure claims, including matters addressing key coverage issues before the Illinois Supreme Court.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Selena Linde
2
Selena Linde
2
Band 2

Selena Linde is a widely regarded insurance coverage litigator. She is sought after by household-name corporate policyholders in complex coverage suits, including claims arising from bankruptcies.

James M Davis
3
James M Davis
3
Band 3

James Davis is a well-recognized attorney in the insurance sphere, noted for his representation of policyholders in complex disputes. He has handled coverage claims involving D&O and product liability, among others.

Vivek Chopra
4
Vivek Chopra
4
Band 4

Vivek Chopra wins plaudits for his advocacy skills, with sources applauding his pedigree in trial courts. He acts for a broad range of corporate policyholders in coverage disputes.

Ranked Lawyers at
Perkins Coie LLP

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USA - Nationwide

Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Policyholder

Selena Linde
2
Selena Linde
2
Band 2
James M Davis
3
James M Davis
3
Band 3
Vivek Chopra
4
Vivek Chopra
4
Band 4

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