Chambers USA 2017 Ranks White and Williams as a Leading Law Firm

White and Williams is once again recognized by Chambers USA as a leading law firm in Pennsylvania for achievements and client service in the area of insurance law. In addition, two lawyers were honored for their work in insurance and another for his work in commercial litigation. 

White and Williams is acknowledged for its renowned practice offering representation to insurers and reinsurers across an impressive range of areas, including coverage, bad faith litigation and excess liability. The firm is recognized for its adroit handling of complex alternative dispute resolution proceedings, being described as having "great working knowledge of arbitration," in addition to being "very effective in court." White and Williams' efficiency is also highlighted, as the firm is characterized as "provid[ing] great value."

Three White and Williams lawyers received individual honors, including Managing Partner Patti Santelle and Partner Gale White who are recognized for their insurance practices. Patti's "experience in litigating and providing counsel on wide-ranging coverage matters" and her "impressive roster of carriers on regional and nationwide disputes" earns her a well regarded reputation. Gale is characterized as "one of the most well-known counselors to property insurers in the country" and is praised for her responsiveness while handling a broad range of bad faith and coverage claims at both trial and arbitration. Senior Counsel David Marion is honored by Chambers as a Senior Statesman in the area of commercial litigation. He is known for his wealth of experience in antitrust, professional liability and complex class actions and is described as a "very highly regarded trial attorney."

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