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Kurt Peterson
USA Guide 2024
Band 3 : Healthcare
Band 3
About
Provided by Kurt Peterson
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Kurt represents health insurers and health plans across all states, adeptly handling a diverse range of class action and individual claims. He has provided invaluable guidance to the largest health plans, successfully navigating them through complex litigation, regulatory challenges, and business-related issues.
With a notable history of success in trial courts and appellate proceedings, Kurt is widely recognized as a national authority in professional liability, ethics, and risk management matters. He possesses extensive knowledge in these areas, allowing him to provide valuable guidance as a consultant and expert witness during trials, offering insights on standard of care and ethical considerations.
Having served as a managing partner at Crosby-Heafey prior to its merger with Reed Smith, Kurt brings a wealth of leadership experience. He held a position on Reed Smith's Executive Committee for eighteen years, further demonstrating his commitment to the firm's growth and success.
Kurt actively contributes to the legal community through his role as a frequent speaker on law firm management topics and his participation in a management program at Columbia Business School.
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