About

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Our Insurance & Reinsurance group represents insurers, reinsurers and other industry players across a broad range of matters.   We are known as industry leaders with expertise in a diverse spectrum of direct insurance, captive insurance, reinsurance and retrocessional matters.  Our litigators have been, and continue to be, involved in some of the largest insurance and reinsurance disputes impacting members of the industry.  Additionally, we represent stakeholders/creditors in insurance and reinsurance insolvency proceedings including the ongoing Rehabilitation of Scottish Re US pending in Delaware Chancery Court.

Members of our insurance and reinsurance disputes resolution team have decades of experience representing insurers, reinsurers and captives in coverage disputes and other litigation and arbitration involving a wide range of claims and coverages. For example, we have litigated and/or arbitrated coverage and reinsurance disputes involving professional liability, life and health, long-term care, variable annuity, general liability, first-party property, surety, product liability, molestation, employment discrimination and environmental matters.  We have successfully handled numerous arbitrations in both domestic and international proceedings, including many Bermuda and London arbitrations.  We are recognized throughout the industry as a leading practice in arbitrations under the Bermuda Form, as well as professional liability coverage for the Managed Care sector.

Chambers Review

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Insurance: Insurer - District of Columbia
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Band 2
What the team is known for

The respected insurance group at Mintz has substantial expertise in the representation of insurers and reinsurers in complex disputes. It is frequently called upon to handle litigation involving a wide variety of claims, including those related to product liability, toxic torts and general and professional liability. Notably, the team also offers capabilities in arbitration proceedings.

Work Highlights

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  • Mintz represented Zurich in its claims against Tangiers International for improper handling of highly specialized workers' compensation claims under two US federal statutes – the Defense Base Act and the War Hazard Act.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Paul W Kalish
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Paul W Kalish
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Band 1

Paul Kalish has a broad insurer-side practice that spans both insurance coverage disputes and reinsurance arbitrations. His work includes asbestos, toxic tort and first-party property damage claims.

"Paul is very sharp, very smart and highly regarded."

"Paul is our go-to person. He gets back to me quickly and is able to have candid conversations about how things are developing."

Deirdre Johnson
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Deirdre Johnson
3
Band 3

Deirdre Johnson is noted for her capabilities in reinsurance and coverage dispute resolution. Her work includes a wide variety of claims, including those relating to product and professional liability.

"Deirdre is an excellent lawyer and likely one of the best in the reinsurance field in the US."

"Deirdre is a veteran industry expert who leverages experience to drive meaningful outcomes for her clients."

Ellen MacDonald Farrell
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Ellen MacDonald Farrell
4
Band 4

Ellen MacDonald Farrell enjoys a strong reputation among insurers for her experience in coverage disputes and Bermuda Form arbitrations. Her range of expertise includes environmental, professional and general liability policies.

"Ellen is an excellent attorney who leverages both her in-house and outside counsel experience for effective advocacy."

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Paul W Kalish
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Paul W Kalish
1
Band 1
Deirdre Johnson
3
Deirdre Johnson
3
Band 3
Ellen MacDonald Farrell
4
Ellen MacDonald Farrell
4
Band 4