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What the Team is Known For

Steptoe LLP fields a highly respected litigation group with the ability to counsel clients on a broad range of coverage issues, including considerable expertise in both the direct insurance and reinsurance industry. The firm frequently takes the lead on complex, multiparty suits such as long-tail asbestos and product liability claims and has further, extensive capability in an array of sophisticated London and Bermuda market disputes.

Work Highlights

  • Steptoe successfully represented Hartford Fire Insurance Company in a pandemic-related loss claim which contested that Hartford and its purported agent committed fraud by failing to include a particular coverage form in the relevant policies.

Strengths

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Steptoe is a high quality firm with outstanding attorneys. The firm has a quality team which is approachable and very responsive. Its lawyers are industry experts.

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The results are outstanding. They exceeded expectations. The firm's depth is critical to being able to manage it all.

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The team is very experienced in this area and excellent for high-stakes litigation in the insurance space.

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The team has exceptional depth, with clear leadership and an eagerness to bring multiple perspectives and achieve the best possible outcome under the circumstances. It is also very practical.

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If I have a matter of an urgent nature or a priority, I would think of Steptoe first. The firm is able to jump in and get up to speed quickly, and is very good on strategy.

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Notable Practitioners

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James Rocap III
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James Rocap III
S
Senior Statespeople
James Rocap maintains a market-leading practice, primarily focused on acting on behalf of international insurance companies in environmental, personal injury and toxic tort class action disputes.

James Rocap is one of the best I've ever seen.

James Rocap is a treasure of the Bar and a top lawyer.

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Roger Warin
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Roger Warin
S
Senior Statespeople

Roger Warin is a highly regarded attorney and a recognized powerhouse in coverage litigation. He regularly handles national, high-profile disputes, including cyber loss liability and environmental pollution matters.

Roger is an excellent lawyer with very deep client relationships.

Roger is a top lawyer and a treasure of the Bar.

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Antonia B Ianniello
2
Antonia B Ianniello
2
Band 2
Antonia Ianniello has substantive experience in complex insurance matters linked to issues such as environmental pollution and the Anti-Terrorism Act. She heads the litigation department at Steptoe LLP.

Antonia is a thought leader in this space.

Antonia Ianniello is a very strong lawyer.

Antonia is exceptionally bright, responsive and dedicated. She addresses practical measures to maximize the potential benefits and outcomes.

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Sarah Gordon
2
Sarah Gordon
2
Band 2
Sarah Gordon is recognized for her work litigating insurance disputes, including those related to cybersecurity and personal injury claims.

Sarah Gordon's knowledge of the industry and of business helps in everything from litigation to reviewing contracts and responding to letters.

Sarah is a great leader and an outstanding partner. She is able to see the whole field strategically but also never misses anything in the details. She really collaborates to get us the best outcome.

Sarah is an amazing lawyer. She handled a stunning number of COVID business interruption claims and is a strong performer at her firm.

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Harry Lee
3
Harry Lee
3
Band 3
Harry Lee is a well-regarded insurance coverage practitioner. He is highlighted for his strengths in environmental coverage claims and disputes arising out of professional liability policies.

Harry is a very strong lawyer.

Harry is one of the premier coverage litigators that I have ever worked with. He has a reputation and gravitas that he brings to matters that few others have. He is reliable and knowledgeable.

Harry Lee has a wealth of experience in litigation, including in many other jurisdictions. He brings a good perspective to matters.

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Michele Jacobson
3
Michele Jacobson
3
Band 3
Michele Jacobson assists insurance clients with coverage disputes and regulatory matters, with additional expertise in insolvency issues.

Michele is very experienced in this area and is excellent for high-stakes litigation in this space. She is good at being our partner.

Michele is excellent. She is very knowledgeable and responsive.

Michele is an excellent attorney and leader.

She is whip-smart and a pleasure to work with.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Steptoe LLP

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James Rocap III
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James Rocap III
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Senior Statespeople
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Roger Warin
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Roger Warin
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Senior Statespeople
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Antonia B Ianniello
2
Antonia B Ianniello
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Band 2
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Sarah Gordon
2
Sarah Gordon
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Band 2
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Harry Lee
3
Harry Lee
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Band 3
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Michele Jacobson
3
Michele Jacobson
3
Band 3
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