David Attisani > Choate, Hall & Stewart > Boston, United States > Lawyer Profile

Choate, Hall & Stewart
TWO INTERNATIONAL PLACE
BOSTON, MA 02110
MASSACHUSETTS
United States

Position

David Attisani, a partner in Choate’s top-ranked Insurance & Reinsurance Group (#1 reinsurance and litigation firm according to Reactions and highly rated by Legal 500), assists insurers and reinsurers in problem-solving, shaping, and winning high profile disputes. Using the thoroughly personal and intense service style his clients value, David also provides evaluations of coverage, wordings advice, and market intelligence.

He has served as lead counsel with respect to the following industry-significant claims: COVID-19 BI and WC; NFL CTE; the California wildfires; 9/11 (WTC); “Obamacare”; life rate increase disputes; spousal continuation problems; Superstorm Sandy; Hurricanes Wilma, Katrina, Harvey; the Puerto Rico Hurricanes (Maria/Irma); the Las Vegas shooting; the “Big Dig” Tunnel Collapse; NY “reviver” molestation claims; Archdiocese of L.A., Society of Jesus, and other clergy abuse claims; Boy Scouts of America and school-related sex abuse problems; J&J talc exposures; the Nikita Levy/ Johns Hopkins “rogue” doctor case; and Sphere Drake.

David’s clients include global insurers and reinsurers Swiss Re, Munich Re, Endurance/Sompo, Chubb, Liberty Mutual, The Hartford, Berkley, Partner Re, The Andover Companies, Aeolus, Symetra, and MIIA.

Education

Harvard Law School
JD, 1991, cum laude
Williams College
BA, 1987, magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa

Lawyer Rankings

United States > Insurance > Advice to insurers

(Hall of Fame)

David AttisaniChoate, Hall & Stewart

Choate, Hall & Stewart‘s insurance practice demonstrates skill in navigating intricate disputes for prominent reinsurers and insurers, spanning reinsurance arbitrations to coverage litigation and appeals. With a focus on high-profile issues such as COVID-19, sex abuse claims, environmental concerns, terrorism, and opioid challenges, the practice positions itself at the forefront of insurance coverage discourse. Operating globally from its base in Boston, the practice extends its influence across the UK, Western Europe, Australia, Bermuda, and offshore markets. Guided by three co-heads, the team includes seasoned expert David Attisani, leading significant industry claims for clients like Swiss Re, Munich Re, and Liberty Mutual; J.P. Jaillet, who routinely advocates for major insurers, reinsurers, private equity firms, and corporations in complex business and coverage disputes, including reinsurance arbitration; and Robert Kole, bringing a wealth of experience in insurance/reinsurance advice, coverage opinions, litigation representation, arbitration guidance, and appellate work. Simultaneously, Kevin Finnerty, with a proven track record in various state and federal courts and arbitration settings, enhances the practice, demonstrating notable expertise in the financial services and biotech sectors, while Caroline Trusty supports the litigation department, specializing in insurer clients.