INDUSTRIES
OVERVIEW
Dirk is an experienced litigator, representing insurers in disputes of complex general liability, directors and officers (D&O) liability, employment practices liability, professional liability, first-party property (including business interruption), media, and cyber matters.
Dirk is highly sought-after for his expertise in handling coverage litigation actions in New York. He also routinely represents and counsels insurers in coverage and bad faith matters around the country.
Dirk's practice also includes representing corporate clients in a broad range of complex litigation matters, including cases involving contract disputes, construction law, product liability, and employment discrimination and harassment.
Originally from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Dirk is trilingual in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Dirk grew up in Atlanta and moved to New York City in 2001 to attend Fordham Law School. Prior to joining White and Williams, Dirk was a Partner at Kenney Shelton Liptak Nowak LLP.
Recognition and Involvement
Recognition & Involvement
He has been recognized as a New York "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers© from 2012-2015 and as a Top rated Insurance Coverage attorney in New York for 2024.