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Steptoe LLP

Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer

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Steptoe LLP

Rankings

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Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer - New York

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

The insurance practice at Steptoe assists insurers with a wide range of coverage disputes, along with reinsurance and regulatory matters. It provides particular expertise in claims stemming from environmental and bankruptcy issues.

Work Highlights

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  • Steptoe LLP served as lead counsel for AIG in litigation related to coverage claims arising from alleged environmental damage linked to the discharge of dielectric fluid into the Hudson River.

Strengths

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  • Steptoe has the resources and ability to handle the most complex and sophisticated dispute matters. The team has complete understanding of the market and the issues involved.

    Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer respondentUSA
  • Steptoe has a very skilled, experienced and responsive team.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Michele Jacobson
    Band 2Michele Jacobson

    Michele Jacobson

    Michele Jacobson assists insurance clients with coverage disputes and regulatory matters, with additional expertise in insolvency issues.
    • Michele is a true expert in the field.

      Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer respondentUSA
    • Michele understands the market and tailors her advice accordingly. She does what she needs to do, in order to understand what is important to the client, so that market information can be put to the greatest use.

      Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer respondentUSA
    • Michele is very knowledgeable, offers practical advice and is very effective.

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  • Band 3Robert Lewin
    Band 3Robert Lewin

    Robert Lewin

    Robert Lewin is retained by a number of market-leading insurers for his expertise in coverage disputes and insurance regulatory issues. He has particular experience in environmental damage cases, breaches of fiduciary duties and business interruption matters.
    • Robert is a great problem-solver. He is a very strategic, outside-the-box thinker with great knowledge. He will get the job done.

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Ranked Individuals at Steptoe LLP (2)

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