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Phelps Dunbar LLP

Insurance

USA Guide 2026 : Louisiana


Phelps Dunbar LLP

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About

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With more than 50 years of experience in the London market, we are an international leader in meeting the needs of underwriters, claim professionals and brokers through our commitment to excellence in counseling, coverage dispute resolution and litigation. Our lawyers have developed an understanding of the issues that affect underwriters, claims professionals and brokers with more than 100 years serving the insurance industry. Our deep knowledge allows us to evaluate issues and develop positions borne out of fundamental insurance principles and our clients’ commercial goals.  

We routinely deal with insurance and reinsurance policies as commercial instruments of risk management and transfer. Our perspective allows us not only to deal with the unusual and cutting-edge strategies in place today, but approach problems with the knowledge that the matter at hand may have an impact on future issues or claims. We take pride in the insight and the analytical skills that our attorneys bring to matters our clients entrust to us. 

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Insurance - Louisiana

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Phelps Dunbar LLP is regularly called upon by London market insurers, brokers and underwriters for a host of insurance matters. The team frequently handles litigation and coverage claims, as well as providing regulatory advice.

Work Highlights

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  • Phelps Dunbar LLP represented Acadia Insurance Company in coverage litigation in connection with two claims related to the insured Gold Coast Commodities’ operations at a waster water treatment facility.

Strengths

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  • Phelps Dunbar has excellent attorneys.

    Insurance respondentUSA
  • It has an amazing team that provides the best service out of any law firm we deal with in the US. They are also good litigators with very strong negotiation skills.

    Insurance respondentUSA
  • Responsiveness to client, attention to detail and building strong relationships makes the firm stand out.

    Insurance respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Virginia Dodd
    Band 1Virginia Dodd

    Virginia Dodd

    Virginia Dodd is an experienced litigator with significant expertise in handling high-value coverage disputes and product liability claims.

  • Band 2Pablo Gonzalez
    Band 2Pablo Gonzalez

    Pablo Gonzalez

    Pablo Gonzalez is highly regarded by his peers for his growing presence in the insurance sector. He offers particular expertise in coverage disputes arising from cybersecurity issues.

Ranked Individuals at Phelps Dunbar LLP (2)

Louisiana

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