On October 29, 2015, BatesCarey LLP partners Jason Minkin and Michael Skoglund, and associate Adrian Rohrer, presented to a group of insurance claim handlers “A Claim Handler’s Roadmap to the Defense and Settlement of Claims,” a topical discussion on determining the duty to defend, effectively communicating coverage positions, and the settlement duties and obligations of the insurer.  For more information, please contact Jason (jminkin@batescarey.com), Mike (mskoglund@batescarey.com), or Adrian (arohrer@batescarey.com).

BatesCarey LLP is pleased to have once again been recognized as a "Best Law Firm" in U.S. News – Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" rankings in the area of Insurance Law. BatesCarey received this honor both with respect to the national rankings and the metropolitan Chicago rankings. The U.S.News – Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" rankings are based on overall firm performance, client...

Law Bulletin Publishing Company, through its Leading Lawyers Division, has recognized BatesCarey LLP partners Patrick Bedell and Jordon Steinway, and associate Kelli Biggam Fleming, as “Emerging Lawyers” in the areas of Insurance, Insurance Coverage, and Reinsurance Law. The Emerging Lawyers distinction recognizes the top two percent of lawyers who are 40 years...

On July 15, 2015, BatesCarey LLP partner Adam Fleischer will present a three-hour workshop addressing Negotiation and Mediation Strategies.  The presentation is made in conjunction with the Claims & Litigation Management Alliance.  The workshop will take place in Overland Park, Kansas from 9am to 12pm, and it will focus on the optimal strategies and tactics in negotiating the best possible outcomes for settlement.  For more information, please visit www.theclm.org or contact Adam at AFleischer@BatesCarey.com.

Michael H. Passman and I. Jordan Lowe contributed to the 2015 edition of "Insurance Law," an Illinois insurance law handbook published by the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education. Michael Passman authored the chapter on declaratory judgment litigation. Jordan Lowe authored the chapter on choice of law in coverage disputes. The book can be ordered here.

Kari Timm will be leading a CLE/CE program entitled, “Trials and Tribulations: Cyber and Privacy Risks for Lawyers”.  The program is jointly hosted by the PODL Committee of the ABA TIPS Section and PLUS Mid-West.  The discussion will be led by Kari Timm of BatesCarey, LLP and Meghan Hannes of AXIS Insurance.   The program will take place on...

A number of our BatesCarey LLP attorneys participated in and presented at the 22nd Annual Railroad Liability Seminar in Oklahoma City, OK, held last month from June 23 to June 25, 2015.  The Railroad Liability Seminar is nationally recognized as a resource for shortline and regional railroads that confront liability, insurance, contractual indemnity, and other issues unique to...

Chambers and Partners has once again praised BatesCarey LLP for its representation of international and domestic insurers and reinsurers. Chambers recognized BatesCarey LLP as a specialist practice solely representing the insurance market on a domestic and international basis. The team has a wide range of expertise in insurance disputes, with strength in litigation and arbitration...

Michael "Mickey" Passman was recently recognized by the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education for his contributions to attorney continuing education programs. Each month, Mickey's "Insurance Law" column addressing emerging topics and developments in Illinois insurance law is published by the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education in its e-update "Flashpoints."...

Robert J. Bates, Jr. will be leading a panel discussion entitled, "The Wall: A Close Look at the Persistent Problems Facing In-House Law Departments Simultaneously Giving Direct-Side Coverage Advice and Monitoring the Company's Reinsurance Program." The panel discussion is hosted by the ABA on March 6, 2015 in Tucson, Arizona. The discussion will be led by Robert J. Bates of...