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Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP

Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Reinsurance

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Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP

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Reinsurance Litigation & Arbitration

For those in and impacted by the reinsurance industry, balancing risk is a daily practice—helping to navigate losses ranging from natural disasters to toxic torts to turmoil in financial markets requires legal acumen beyond the black letter of the law and a deep understanding of the industry. Our reinsurance practitioners understand the intricacies of this global business and have been immersed in the customs and practices of this area for nearly four decades.

In addition to trying and arguing cases—in courtrooms, before arbitration panels, and in the courts of appeal—our attorneys also provide the necessary day-to-day business counsel reinsurance industry stakeholders rely on, including preparation of reinsurance contracts and commutation agreements, advising on asset transfers, disclosures, and notices to reinsurers, counseling regarding other non-litigation aspects of reinsurance relationships, and assisting in alternate dispute resolution processes.

Whether your matter is a single claim, a strategic business opportunity or a bet-the-company dispute, our attorneys will leverage their experience to advise, advocate, defend or litigate in your interest. We have worked with major stakeholders across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and other European countries and offer a unique perspective on many aspects of reinsurance relationships.

Industries (2)

  • Insurance
  • Reinsurance

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Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Reinsurance - Illinois

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
Porter Wright Morris & Arthur enjoys a strong presence on both the local and national stages, with significant expertise in reinsurance disputes. Its impressive bench strength allows the group to handle the most significant and complex litigation and arbitration proceedings for some of the industry's biggest players, including reinsurers and ceding companies.

Work Highlights

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  • Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP acted as trial counsel to North River Insurance Company and the United States Fire Insurance Company in an action that was filed in the Superior Court of New Jersey.

Strengths

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  • The firm is responsive and brings deep experience to the dispute. The team carefully analyzes complex issues and knows the documents and facts inside and out.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Teresa Snider
    Band 2Teresa Snider

    Teresa Snider

    Teresa Snider cochairs the firm's reinsurance litigation and arbitration group and regularly acts for reinsurance companies in complex multimillion-dollar disputes.
    • Teresa quickly understands issues and has the ability to absorb and synthesize information that can't be touched.

      Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Reinsurance respondentUSA
  • Band 3Ira J Belcove
    Band 3Ira J Belcove

    Ira J Belcove

    Ira Belcove is a respected insurance and reinsurance specialist with broad experience in disputes relating to environmental, construction defect and property loss claims.
    • Ira has a breadth of knowledge and expertise, offers impressive advice and is extremely thoughtful.

      Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Reinsurance respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP (2)

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    Teresa Snider

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    Ira J Belcove

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