Paul concentrates his practice in civil litigation involving first-party property insurance coverage. Paul has successfully represented clients in litigation, mediations, and arbitrations. He has significant experience successfully advising clients with regard to the multifaceted issues that arise out of damage to property including, but not limited to, natural disasters, explosions, fires, equipment failures, and collapses. He is also skilled at handling the difficult issues that can accompany property damage claims, such as business interruption claims, allegations of bad faith, and various contract and tort-based issues as well. Significantly, Paul has developed strong relationships in the London Market. To that end, Paul, has represented carriers and syndicates in connection with large energy losses, hurricanes, builder’s risk losses, and extracontractual claims. Paul also frequently conducts seminars and workshops with London insurers to advise of recent trends and issues in U.S. law that may impact London Market members.
Paul earned his bachelor’s degree from State University of New York – Brockport and his law degree, cum laude, from Seattle University School of Law.