Insurance: Insurer
USA Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
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About
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Wiley's high-profile Insurance practice is renowned for its legal expertise and deep industry understanding. With a track record of handling prominent insurance matters and securing landmark rulings involving billions of dollars, we are trusted counsel to leading insurance companies globally. We prioritize risk mitigation and efficient issue resolution for our clients. Our experienced litigators analyze emerging risks, representing clients in significant insurance cases. We advise on areas, including but not limited to, cyber risk, liability, and coverage disputes. With a pragmatic approach and leadership in mediation and litigation, we provide comprehensive assistance in addressing insurance challenges.
Chambers Review
Wiley's leading practice provides a comprehensive range of services to insurers, including representation in big-ticket coverage cases and appellate proceedings. Its key areas of focus include general liability and professional liability, as well as the emerging areas of data breach and cyber liability. Frequently acting on bad faith claims, the team also provides clients with noncontentious counsel on product development and policy drafting.
Work Highlights
- Wiley defended Berkley Professional Liability and Tokio Marine in D&O coverage litigation arising from Madison Square Garden Entertainment's acquisition of MSG Networks.
Strengths
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"Wiley is consistently available to respond to my questions and provides excellent solutions to complicated matters."
"Wiley is my go-to firm to handle complex and sophisticated insurance issues and exposures."
"Wiley has a deep bench of skilled insurance coverage professionals."
"Wiley is consistently available to respond to my questions and provides excellent solutions to complicated matters."
"Wiley is my go-to firm to handle complex and sophisticated insurance issues and exposures."
"Wiley has a deep bench of skilled insurance coverage professionals."
Notable Practitioners
Daniel Standish handles complex liability insurance coverage disputes for a client roster that includes prominent global insurance carriers.
"He is terrific and very smart."
Kim Melvin is noted for her expertise in insurance disputes relating to professional liability. She represents clients in claims concerning D&O issues as well as breaches of fiduciary duties and warranties.
"Kim has unparalleled subject knowledge and handles the other side in a way that defuses the situation but also controls it."
"The value Kim adds to every matter is unmatched."
"Kim is a great negotiator who spots issues well."
Jason Cronic is distinguished for his strength in litigation relating to D&O and professional liability claims. He regularly advises insurers representing companies in the financial services industry.
"Jason has an excellent understanding of the business relationships and realities that influence cases."
Gary Seligman regularly provides counsel on professional liability coverage issues as well as claims pertaining to first-party and general liability policies. He has notable recent experience handling matters relating to historic sexual abuse claims.
"Gary is able to summarize the most complex cases."
"Gary is thoughtful and pragmatic."
Ranked Lawyers at
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District of Columbia
Members
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Benjamin Eggert
Head of Department
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Industries
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Insurance