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Insurance: Insurer - District of Columbia

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What the Team is Known For

Steptoe LLP frequently represents industry leaders in complex, high-profile litigation, arbitration and appellate cases. The firm possesses coverage expertise ranging from multi-party bodily injury suits and mass torts to substantial property matters arising from natural disasters. It also offers significant reinsurance expertise, particularly in the life and health insurance spheres and is active in litigation stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic and cyber liability.

Work Highlights

  • Steptoe LLP represented an AIG entity, National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, in a coverage action arising from a network interruption caused by NotPetya, computer malware masquerading as ransomware, that allegedly resulted in USD1.3 billion in damages.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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James Rocap III
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James Rocap III
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Senior Statespeople
James Rocap maintains a strong reputation for his work representing insurers in complex disputes. His experience includes matters relating to property damage, injury claims and cyber losses.

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

Roger Warin
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Roger Warin
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Senior Statespeople

Roger Warin is sought after by major global insurance carriers for assistance in coverage disputes. His expertise includes claims relating to environmental, cyber and construction issues.

Roger is an excellent lawyer with very deep client relationships.

Antonia B Ianniello
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Antonia B Ianniello
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Antonia Ianniello is a seasoned trial attorney with a wealth of experience in complex coverage litigation. Her expertise includes handling business interruption and asbestos exposure claims.

Antonia is a very good lawyer and a thought leader.

Antonia is a very strong lawyer.

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

She is a thought leader in this space.

Harry Lee
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Harry Lee
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Harry Lee is a prominent figure in the DC market and is well equipped to handle a broad range of coverage disputes, including toxic tort, environmental pollution and professional liability claims. His client base includes an impressive list of prominent insurers and reinsurers.

Harry is one of the best coverage litigators 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.

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

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

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

Sarah is an amazing lawyer. She handled a stunning number of COVID-19 business interruption claims and is a strong performer at her firm.

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

She is terrific and has a great reputation in DC, especially for COVID-19 cases.

Ranked Lawyers at
Steptoe LLP

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Insurance: Insurer

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