North America - United States • Insurance

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

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Specializing in representing banks, financial institutions, and alternative investment managers, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP  is heavily focused on insurance litigation, particularly handling intricate monoline insurance claims. Headquartered in San Francisco, insurance litigator Barry Levin leads the practice, bringing extensive first-chair experience in trial and arbitration. Levin has a noteworthy background in issues stemming from the financial crisis, particularly those related to mortgage-backed securities and lending practices. In Orange County, California, Khai LeQuang spearheads the practice’s efforts in the life settlements space, boasting a global reach and representing major institutional investors in a diverse range of litigation, including cost of insurance, and managing trials and appeals in state and federal courts.

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Key clients

  • EFG Bank
  • Erste Abwicklungsanstalt
  • Credit Suisse
  • BroadRiver Asset Management
  • MHR Fund Management

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Barry Levin

Other key lawyers

Khai LeQuang