Insurance: Dispute Resolution: Insurer - Illinois
What the team is known for
Kennedys is regularly instructed by a number of leading insurance companies. It offers strong technical expertise with respect to sensitive and complex insurance coverage disputes concerning sexual abuse, asbestos and serious bodily injury. The team is also adept at handling environmental claims.
Strengths
"Kennedys is a top-drawer firm as it relates to complicated multijurisdictional and multiparty disputes with millions of dollars at stake."
Work highlights
Kennedys filed a declaratory judgment action on behalf of The North River Insurance Company against Super Ego in Illinois Circuit Court, alleging void insurance policies due to fraudulent acts by insureds regarding insurance claims.
Notable practitioners
Eric Scheiner is regularly called upon to handle complex coverage disputes. His broad expertise encompasses D&O, professional liability and healthcare claims, among others. "Eric is a pleasure to work with. He is sophisticated, knowledgeable and very responsive to all our questions."
James Hickey is a respected insurer-side coverage litigator with notable expertise handling a wide variety of disputes. His experience includes claims relating to injury, professional liability and construction, among others. "James is a very good coverage attorney who is dependable and responsive."
John LaBarbera is well known for representing clients in an array of insurance coverage disputes. He has particular expertise handling asbestos, bodily injury and environmental claims. "John has an ability to absorb pressure, remain calm and offer the most commercial and technically appropriate advice."
