Over 15 years of experience investigating claims, resolving coverage disputes, handling legal matters from first notice until resolution, whether by means of trial, settlement or dispositive motions, and developing timely and practical training. Adept at researching novel and complex legal issues and communicating analyses in a clear and thorough manner. State and federal trial experience. Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills and exceptional interpersonal skills. Measures success not only by what is accomplished but also by how it is accomplished: with hard work, integrity and a team spirit. Admitted to the Illinois Bar.Areas of experience include:Litigation management | Bad faith defense | Conducting depositions and examinations under oath | Leading complex coverage investigations | Analyzing coverage under property and general liability policies with losses ranging from a few thousands of dollars to several million dollars | Collaborating with different business units to provide consistent outcomes | Handling all phases of litigation from strategy to post-trial motions | Applying rules, regulations and case law to matters in a heavily regulated industry | Developing compliance training and delivering practical and engaging live presentationsSelect Past Presentations include: - Presenter, “Underwriting Properties Going Under: Foreclosures, Short-Sales and As-Is Property,” PLRB Claims Conference, Boston, MA, 2013- Presenter, Onsite workshop on adjusting mortgagee claims involving foreclosed homes, National Insurer’s Claims Department, July 27, 2012- Speaker, “Effects of Foreclosure & Bankruptcy on the Industry,” Xactware User Conference, Salt Lake City, UT, 2012- Presenter, “Condominiums – Liability Issues,” PLRB Eastern Regional Conference, Baltimore, MD, 2011- Presenter, “Claims Issues Involving Independent Agents,” Independent Agents Association of Rockford, IL, May 2011