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Pillsbury

Insurance: Policyholder

USA Guide 2026 : California


Pillsbury

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Insurance: Policyholder - California

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Pillsbury has a well-regarded insurance recovery practice, which sees it act for policyholder clients from various sectors in a wide range of complex coverage disputes. The team's experience includes D&O, environmental and product liability claims, among others.

Work Highlights

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  • Pillsbury represented Hilton Worldwide Holdings in litigation of a $1.7 billion COVID-19 business interruption insurance claim.

Strengths

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  • Pillsbury has extensive knowledge of insurance coverage litigation and provides razor-sharp analysis of the issues and strategy.

    Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
  • The team have deep knowledge of various state laws regarding insurance and bad faith. They have a breadth of experience in negotiating with insurers on high-dollar claims, and provides proactive advice on all matters relating to insurance.

    Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
  • Pillsbury is adept at handling sophisticated matters, and provides outstanding client service.

    Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
  • Pillsbury provides great analysis with a keen eye to understanding the business relationships involved. The team always provides prompt responses and analysis.

    Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
  • Pillsbury is consistently thorough and diligent, maintaining a practical, business-minded approach. They are very knowledgeable attorneys offering an excellent level of service.

    Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Robert L Wallan
    Band 3Robert L Wallan

    Robert L Wallan

    Robert Wallan is regularly sought after to handle insurance recovery claims on behalf of policyholders as part of a broad-based litigation practice. He co-leads Pillsbury's insurance recovery and advisory practice group.

    • Robert provides excellent, timely advice on coverage matters. His deep expertise, practical guidance, and attention to detail have made him a trusted resource in navigating complex insurance issues.

      Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
    • Robert is really smart and sees the coverage landscape very clearly. He is savvy on complex issues, providing meaningful support and feedback along the way.

      Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
    • Robert is a very knowledgeable and experienced coverage lawyer, who has been in practice a long time.

      Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
    • A leader in his field, Mr. Wallan has decades of valuable, relevant experience dealing with complex insurance issues. He is a hands-on partner who always makes himself available to clients.

      Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
  • Band 4Colin T. Kemp
    Band 4Colin T. Kemp

    Colin T. Kemp

    Colin Kemp is a strongly regarded attorney in the insurance coverage space, acting on behalf of a wide range of clients in complex disputes.

    • I would highly recommend Colin. He's efficient, prompt, and has deep expertise. He is good when disentangling business and legal issues, keeping the client's priorities in mind when recommending approaches.

      Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA
    • Colin is a stalwart policyholder litigator.

      Insurance: Policyholder respondentUSA

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