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Reed Smith LLP

Insurance: Contentious

Global Guide 2026 : Global: Multi-Jurisdictional


Reed Smith LLP

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Insurance: Contentious - Global: Multi-Jurisdictional

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Reed Smith is internationally recognised for its contentious insurance practice. The law firm stands out for its transatlantic capabilities, with market-leading teams situated in both the USA and UK. The law firm offers:

• Expertise in representing policyholders in high-profile and complex claims.

• Considerable experience in substantial property damage, product liability and cyber loss matters.

• Skilled handling of cross-border insurance disputes.

Key contact

David Halbreich, who is based in Los Angeles, Pittsburgh-based Courtney Horrigan and London-based Peter Hardy are key contacts.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Reed Smith's key strength is their speed and attentiveness to client requests. We know we have a firm that delivers and we have never posed a problem that they have not handled with authority.

    Insurance: Contentious respondentGlobal
  • Reed Smith's expertise and client service are top notch. They are practical, commercial and understand the key decisions we have to make.

    Insurance: Contentious respondentGlobal

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