Chaffetz Lindsey LLP

Chaffetz Lindsey LLP, a New York boutique firm, is recognized for its experience in intricate insurance and reinsurance disputes. The practice represents major clients, including some of the world’s leading insurance companies, benefitting from a robust international network and extensive cross-border experience that enhances their capacity to handle multi-jurisdictional disputes. Leadership within the practice is divided among four individuals. Charles Scibetta currently leads several significant cases encompassing mass tort liability, pollution matters, professional sporting industry claims, professional liability exposures, and COVID-19-related property disputes. Working alongside him, Cecilia Moss manages a diverse portfolio, handling issues such as asbestos, construction losses, environmental contaminations, and 9/11-related losses, with a strong record of chairing disputes in state and federal court, as well as domestic and international arbitration. Operating in both New York and California, Peter Chaffetz has first-chaired a number of trials and arbitrations addressing critical issues in the insurance and reinsurance industry, while Steven Schwartz supports the practice through significant trial and arbitration experience, with capabilities extending to handling cases related to mergers and acquisitions of reinsurance companies. Other key contacts include Andrew Poplinger and Erin Valentine, both based in New York.