Haynes and Boone, L.L.P.’s team of insurance recovery lawyers works with Fortune 100 multinationals and individual policyholders alike, and has outposts in various cities across the US from Dallas to Washington DC, where the team is steadily expanding. The group takes on the full spectrum of recovery disputes and touches nearly every industry under the headship of Texas-based Ernest Martin Jr., a seasoned litigator with experience representing clients in litigations surrounding catastrophic weather losses and business interruption claims. ‘Thoughtful and careful lawyer’ Barry Buchman leads the East Coast team from DC, where he is supported by Adrian Azer, who represents policyholders bringing suits connected to cybersecurity, toxic torts and environmental liabilities, and D&O and BPL coverage, notably acting for Boy Scouts of America in connection to coverage for claims of alleged sexual abuse. Also in DC are Michael Scanlon, who has notable experience with ’bump-up’ exclusions in D&O policies and toxic torts litigation, and Greg Van Houton, who advises clients on policy renewals and handles complex insurance aspects of M&A deals. Peter Halprin covers NYC, handling several of the firm’s high-stakes disputes. In Dallas, Natalie DuBose’s extensive disputes practice spans a vast array of commercial insurance lines and is experienced in navigating claims following natural disasters, P&C matters, and specialist lines of coverage are Emily Buchanan‘s focus. Michael J. Stoner, who also spends time in the Palo Alto office, is noted for his environmental specialism.
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Testimonials
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- 'Peter Halprin is energetic and very focused on the client's goals.'
- 'Haynes and Boone are very knowledgeable and responsive.'
- 'Peter Halprin handles most of our work with the firm. He is creative, thorough and responsive. You can tell that he continues to stay on top of the latest trends and information to bring to bear on our cases. He also volunteers time to help educate risk managers on those topics.'
- 'Very thoughtful team and extremely responsive.'
- 'Looking at every option and weighing next steps.'
- 'We utilize Haynes & Boone for insurance coverage counsel for a complex master insurance program. Their work is excellent. They are knowledgeable, thoughtful, responsive and a pleasure to work with.'
- 'Peter Halprin is our key contact. Peter has a great deal of experience, excellent analytical skills and is able deliver an approach or conclusion on complex matters quickly.'
- 'Barry Buchman is excellent. Thoughtful and careful lawyer.'
- 'Haynes & Boone did an excellent job of helping quarterback a very complicated coverage claim with multiple jurisdictions and players (California, New York, UK). We received sensible, practical advice at every step of the way meant to resolve the litigation and minimize cost.'
- 'Peter Halprin was exceptional on the recent claim we utilized H&B. He aims to help us resolve the claim to minimize organizational disruption and cost. What stands out specifically is his ability to represent us thoughtfully with third parties and push toward a resolution without ego or other motive.'
Key clients
- Boy Scouts of America
- Clinical Pathology and Sonic Healthcare USA
- Ingersoll Rand Inc.
- Huntington National Bank
- R.M. Palmer Company
- Balfour Beatty Communities, LLC (“BBC”)
- Cobalt International Energy, Inc.
- Texas Instruments, Incorporated
- XTO Energy
Work highlights
Representing Boy Scouts of America as insurance coverage counsel resulting in multiple successes, including several billions of dollars contributed to a settlement trust as part of a negotiated and implemented plan of reorganization.
Representing Balfour Beatty Communities, LLC in one of the largest Hurricane Michael coverage claims in the insurance market, resulting in multiple favorable settlements and decisions.
Representing Bowlero Corporation in a $50 million lawsuit centered on coverage disputes for losses related to COVID-19.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Emily Buchanan
Michael J. Stoner
Practice head
Ernest Martin Jr.; Barry I. Buchman
Other key lawyers
Adrian Azer; Michael Scanlon; Greg Van Houton; Peter Halprin; Natalie DuBose; Emily Buchanan; Michael J. Stoner