Ranking tables

Insurance: Dispute Resolution | USA

Illinois

Insurance includes both contentious and non-contentious insurance and reinsurance matters. On the contentious side, we feature coverage claims litigation, broker`s negligence and both 'facultative' and 'treaty' reinsurance disputes. There is also an element of professional negligence issues arising from insurance disputes. On the non-contentious side, we include all forms of M&A, capital raisings, demutualisations and other regulatory issues.

Rankings overview for Lawyers

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Up and Coming
  1. R Patrick Bedell
    R Patrick Bedell BatesCarey LLP3 Years Ranked
  2. Emily GarrisonHonigman LLP

All Lawyers profiles

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Senior Statespeople
  1. Carolyn Rosenberg
    S
    Carolyn Rosenberg
    Reed Smith LLP
    Reed Smith LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Senior Statespeople | 16 Years Ranked
    Carolyn Rosenberg attracts widespread praise for a contentious insurance practice that sees her represent a broad variety of corporate clients.
  2. Jill B Berkeley
    S
    Jill B Berkeley
    Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP
    Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Senior Statespeople | 19 Years Ranked
    Jill Berkeley is recognized for her longstanding experience representing policyholders and claimants in high-value coverage disputes.
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Band 1
  1. Adam H. Fleischer
    1
    Adam H. Fleischer
    BatesCarey LLP
    BatesCarey LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 1 | 8 Years Ranked
    Adam Fleischer frequently represents national insurance carriers in cutting-edge disputes relating to matters including opioids, personal injury, business interruption and sexual abuse claims.
  2. 1
    Adam K Hollander
    Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
    Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 1 | 13 Years Ranked
    Adam Hollander of Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP is retained by policyholders to handle a multitude of coverage disputes and issues, including those pertaining to general liability, D&O, environmental disasters and first-party property matters.
  3. Angela R Elbert
    1
    Angela R Elbert
    Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP
    Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked
    Angela Elbert chairs the firm's insurance group and is retained by policyholders in coverage disputes arising out of a broad variety of claims.
  4. John H Mathias Jr
    1
    John H Mathias Jr
    Jenner & Block LLP
    Jenner & Block LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked
    John Mathias is a seasoned litigator who brings decades of experience acting for corporate clients from a range of industries in complex coverage disputes.
  5. John S Vishneski
    1
    John S Vishneski
    Reed Smith LLP
    Reed Smith LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 1 | 19 Years Ranked
    John Vishneski operates a market-leading practice representing policyholders in significant coverage disputes. His expertise includes advising on harmful exposure claims and handling complex arbitrations.
  6. John Shugrue
    1
    John Shugrue
    Reed Smith LLP
    Reed Smith LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked
    John Shugrue frequently acts for national and international corporate clients in environmental, personal injury and property damage-related claims, among others.
  7. Keith Moskowitz
    1
    Keith Moskowitz
    Dentons
    Dentons | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
    Keith Moskowitz is highly experienced in handling complex coverage disputes often involving long-tail and mass tort claims. He has additional expertise in leading clients through high-value and complex business interruption claims.
  8. Michael M. Marick
    1
    Michael M. Marick
    Skarzynski, Marick & Black LLP
    Skarzynski, Marick & Black LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 1 | 13 Years Ranked
    Michael Marick draws widespread praise for his successful representations of domestic and international insurance companies in complex, high-value disputes. His experience includes expertly handling litigation stemming from allegations of sexual abuse and claims concerning the opioid crisis.
  9. Ommid C. Farashahi
    1
    Ommid C. Farashahi
    BatesCarey LLP
    BatesCarey LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Ommid Farashahi represents insurers in complex litigation relating to a broad range of coverage disputes, and is particularly noted for his strength in handling professional liability claims.
  10. Scott M. Seaman
    1
    Scott M. Seaman
    Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
    Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked
    Scott Seaman receives praise for his representation of insurance carriers in environmental, asbestos, business interruption and product liability disputes.
  11. Paula E Litt
    Honigman LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 1
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Band 2
  1. David F Cutter
    2
    David F Cutter
    BatesCarey LLP
    BatesCarey LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked
    David Cutter is a respected insurance attorney who frequently litigates a wide array of coverage disputes. His areas of expertise include D&O, fiduciary matters and bond coverage, among other areas.
  2. David Kroeger
    2
    David Kroeger
    Jenner & Block LLP
    Jenner & Block LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 2 | 12 Years Ranked
    David Kroeger is well versed in coverage disputes concerning D&O, environmental issues and product liability matters. He also assists clients with personal injury and cyber-related coverage disputes.
  3. David Schoenfeld
    2
    David Schoenfeld
    Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
    Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    David Schoenfeld is frequently called upon by insurance carriers for representation in complex coverage disputes, including large-scale class action claims.
  4. Donna Vobornik
    2
    Donna Vobornik
    Dentons
    Dentons | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 2 | 17 Years Ranked
    Donna Vobornik is praised for her representation of large insurance providers in a litany of complex coverage disputes.
  5. Matthew J. Fink
    2
    Matthew J. Fink
    Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP
    Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 2 | 8 Years Ranked
    Matthew Fink garners praise for his work for market-leading insurance carriers across a plethora of high-value coverage disputes.
  6. Monica T. Sullivan
    2
    Monica T. Sullivan
    Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP
    Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
    Monica Sullivan is noted for her experience in arbitrations and litigation concerning claims relating to commercial and professional liability.
  7. Robert J. Bates, Jr.
    2
    Robert J. Bates, Jr.
    BatesCarey LLP
    BatesCarey LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 2 | 20 Years Ranked
    Robert Bates offers considerable expertise in handling insurance disputes, frequently acting for both insurers and reinsurers across a range of complex matters. He is also well versed in reinsurance arbitrations.
  8. Seth D Lamden
    2
    Seth D Lamden
    Blank Rome LLP
    Blank Rome LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 2 | 3 Years Ranked
    "Seth is an exceptional resource. He is a subject matter expert, creative with his approach and is skilled both in guidance and dispute matters. He has the ability to distill complex concepts into actionable legal advice for his clients."
  9. Thomas A Marrinson
    2
    Thomas A Marrinson
    Reed Smith LLP
    Reed Smith LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 2 | 20 Years Ranked
    Thomas Marrinson counsels policyholders with regard to complex insurance issues, frequently representing clients in high-value coverage litigation, including those involving mass tort claims and D&O liability matters.
  10. Eileen King Bower
    Clyde & Co | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 2
  11. Paul Langer
    Quarles & Brady LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 2
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Band 3
  1. James H. Kallianis, Jr
    3
    James H. Kallianis, Jr
    Skarzynski, Marick & Black LLP
    Skarzynski, Marick & Black LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3 | 15 Years Ranked
    James Kallianis demonstrates considerable experience acting across a range of coverage disputes, including those pertaining to asbestos claims, general liability and personal injury.
  2. Karen M. Dixon
    3
    Karen M. Dixon
    Skarzynski, Marick & Black LLP
    Skarzynski, Marick & Black LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked
    Karen Dixon has a burgeoning reputation among insurers for her expertise in mass tort, personal injury and data privacy matters.
  3. Lynn H Murray
    3
    Lynn H Murray
    Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
    Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3 | 8 Years Ranked
    Lynn Murray operates a multifaceted commercial disputes practice with a focus on complex insurance coverage litigation.
  4. Matthew O. Sitzer
    3
    Matthew O. Sitzer
    Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
    Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked
    Matthew Sitzer's broad practice includes advising insurers on a range of issues, with particularly extensive experience of personal injury and mass tort matters.
  5. Neil Posner
    3
    Neil Posner
    Much Shelist, P.C.
    Much Shelist, P.C. | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked
    Neil Posner of Much Shelist, P.C. has extensive experience representing policyholders on insurance recovery and dispute resolution matters.
  6. Paul R Walker-Bright
    3
    Paul R Walker-Bright
    Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP
    Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked
    Paul Walker-Bright enjoys a strong reputation among public and private sector policyholders in Illinois for his expertise in bankruptcy, bodily injury and biometric privacy matters.
  7. Richard H. Nicolaides, Jr.
    3
    Richard H. Nicolaides, Jr.
    Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP
    Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked
    Richard Nicolaides regularly advises insurer clients on a range of complex coverage disputes. His expertise includes personal injury, bankruptcy and cyber-related claims.
  8. Stanley C. Nardoni
    3
    Stanley C. Nardoni
    Reed Smith LLP
    Reed Smith LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked
    Stanley Nardoni is lauded for his strength across a broad range of coverage disputes, including those relating to commercial and employment liability claims.
  9. Catalina J. Sugayan
    Clyde & Co | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3
  10. Clinton E. Cameron
    Clyde & Co | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3
  11. Hope Nightingale
    Litchfield Cavo LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3
  12. James Hickey
    Kennedys CMK | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3
  13. James J. Sanders
    Clyde & Co | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3
  14. John LaBarbera
    Kennedys CMK | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Band 3
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Up and Coming
  1. R Patrick Bedell
    U
    R Patrick Bedell
    BatesCarey LLP
    BatesCarey LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Up and Coming | 3 Years Ranked
    Patrick Bedell has a respected and growing practice in the insurance space. He has notable experience representing a range of coverage claims, including those stemming from the opioid crisis.
  2. Emily Garrison
    Honigman LLP | Insurance: Dispute Resolution
    2023 | Up and Coming