Insurance & Reinsurance
Hull, P&I, FD&D and liability insurance, coverage opinions and cross-border claims support.
We advise on the full spectrum of insurance matters, from specific lines of insurance to general insurance questions, with resources tailored to the requirements of each individual file.
Marine insurance is one of the core practice areas of our firm. As a highly related subject with all sorts of maritime disputes, we assist our clients in all areas of marine insurance, including hull, P&I, FD&D, charterers’ liability, loss of hire, war, political and terrorism risks, and port and terminal liability. Cavus & Coskunsu provides cross-border assistance to indemnity, hull and liability insurers around the globe.
Our insurance lawyers consider all dispute resolution methods including mediation, arbitration and settlement conferences, before commencing the lengthy trial process. This balanced approach has become a predominant part of our practice and a particular strength of our firm. Members of our insurance group are closely working with shipping and employment & marine labour departments which are highly linked with substantial amount of cases being handled by our firm.
Our practice encompasses all aspects of insurance litigation, including representation of insurers, reinsurers and brokers in disputes and subrogation claims involving product, property, casualty and disability issues.
We also provide opinions on coverage and policy interpretation and represent clients in a wide variety of commercial and contractual disputes. In addition, we are often called upon by our clients to present seminars and legal updates on new developments in insurance law and the claims management process.
What we do
Marine Insurance
Hull, P&I, FD&D, charterers’ liability, loss of hire, war, political and terrorism risks, and port and terminal liability.
Insurance Litigation
Representation of insurers, reinsurers and brokers in disputes and subrogation claims involving product, property, casualty and disability issues.
Coverage Opinions
Opinions on coverage and policy interpretation, and representation in a wide range of commercial and contractual disputes.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
We consider mediation, arbitration and settlement conferences before commencing a lengthy trial, a balanced approach that has become a particular strength of the firm.
What you can expect
- Cross-border support for insurers around the world
- Early consideration of mediation, arbitration and settlement
- Seminars and legal updates on developments in insurance law and claims management
Frequently asked questions
Which marine insurance lines do you cover?
Hull, P&I, FD&D, charterers’ liability, loss of hire, war, political and terrorism risks, and port and terminal liability.
Do you act for reinsurers and brokers?
Yes. We represent insurers, reinsurers and brokers in disputes and subrogation claims, and give opinions on coverage and policy interpretation.
Do you always go to court?
No. Our insurance lawyers consider mediation, arbitration and settlement conferences before commencing the lengthy trial process.