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Berkley Financial Specialists Introduces AdviserGuard™ for Registered Investment Advisers

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkley Financial Specialists , a Berkley Company, announced today that it is broadening its current industry offerings with the introduction of AdviserGuard™ for Registered Investment Advisers, a management liability product specifically designed for Investment advisers.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Berkley Financial Specialists , a Berkley Company, announced today that it is broadening its current industry offerings with the introduction of AdviserGuard™ for Registered Investment Advisers, a management liability product specifically designed for Investment advisers.
  • Berkley Financial Specialists already underwrites the Crime coverages through its Berkley Crime division.
  • "We are excited to expand our management liability product portfolio with the addition of AdviserGuard for Registered Investment Advisers Policy," said Mike Connor, president of Berkley Financial Specialists.
  • Berkley Financial Specialists is dedicated to providing customized, comprehensive insurance solutions and Outstanding Personalized Service (OPS) to Financial Institutions.

Baylor Evnen, LLP and Wolfe Snowden Hurd Ahl Sitzmann Tannehill & Hahn, LLP Announce Merger

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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Law firms Baylor Evnen, LLP and Wolfe Snowden Hurd Ahl Sitzmann Tannehill & Hahn, LLP today are pleased to announce the completion of their merger effective January 1, 2023.

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  • Law firms Baylor Evnen, LLP and Wolfe Snowden Hurd Ahl Sitzmann Tannehill & Hahn, LLP today are pleased to announce the completion of their merger effective January 1, 2023.
  • The combined firm will operate under Baylor Evnen Wolfe & Tannehill, LLP .
  • Baylor Evnen Wolfe & Tannehill, LLP is now the largest law firm fully located in Lincoln, Nebraska and will occupy new, custom renovated offices located at Union Bank Place, 1248 O Street Suite 900 in Lincoln, Nebraska with an expected move-in date of Spring 2023.
  • We're confident that this combination will accelerate our growth and lead to long-term, sustained client success.”
    To learn more about Baylor Evnen Wolfe & Tannehill, LLP, go here .

Pettit Kohn Announces Two New Shareholder Promotions for 2023

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Thursday, January 5, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pettit Kohn Ingrassia Lutz & Dolin PC, a leading trial and civil litigation firm, is pleased to announce that Matthew C. Smith and Caitlin M. Jones have been promoted to Shareholders. Both Matthew and Caitlin continue the tradition of superior client service, legal professionalism, and litigation management that are hallmarks of Pettit Kohn.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pettit Kohn Ingrassia Lutz & Dolin PC, a leading trial and civil litigation firm, is pleased to announce that Matthew C. Smith and Caitlin M. Jones have been promoted to Shareholders.
  • Both Matthew and Caitlin continue the tradition of superior client service, legal professionalism, and litigation management that are hallmarks of Pettit Kohn.
  • is a Shareholder in the firm's San Diego, California office and has over 20 years of experience defending a wide variety of civil cases in state and federal courts.
  • Ms. Jones joined Pettit Kohn in 2018 and has handled a broad range of lawsuits representing individuals, attorneys, law firms, and business clients in state and federal courts.

Thompson Coe Makes Donations to Hunger Relief Organization and Local Nonprofits

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Thursday, December 22, 2022
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DALLAS, Dec. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP, a premier litigation firm, has donated 100,000 meals to Feeding America. The donation to the U.S. Hunger Relief Organization was made in lieu of annual holiday gifts to clients.

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  • DALLAS, Dec. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP, a premier litigation firm, has donated 100,000 meals to Feeding America .
  • Hunger Relief Organization was made in lieu of annual holiday gifts to clients.
  • Additionally, the Thompson Coe Austin office gathered donations for The Settlement Home for Children fulfilling the wish list for a 5-year-old resident and the House Parents.
  • Founded in 1951, Thompson Coe has been providing legal services to clients both regionally and nationally for 70 years.

New Report on Startups and Cyber Risk Explores Founder Perceptions on the Importance of Cyber Protection, Current Areas of Influence & Concern, and Key Investments for 2023

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
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Whats more, they arent satisfied with their current level of protection as 71% are considering additional cyber protections and tools for 2023.

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  • Whats more, they arent satisfied with their current level of protection as 71% are considering additional cyber protections and tools for 2023.
  • This further reiterates startups growing sense of urgency in curbing and proactively managing their cyber vulnerabilities.
  • Concern and awareness around cybersecurity is on-the-rise among founders, with nearly one-third (31%) more concerned about cybersecurity threats than a year ago.
  • A majority of startups have substantial cyber insurance coverage but are uncertain about how much risk is truly covered.

Thompson Coe Expands Houston Office With Addition of Taylor Book Attorneys

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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HOUSTON, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP, a premier litigation firm, is proud to announce the addition of the attorneys from the firm Taylor, Book, Allen & Morris, L.L.P. who will join the Houston office on January 1, 2023. Taylor Book is a Texas litigation boutique firm that offers high-quality legal representation to individuals, small companies, and large corporations in high-stakes business and personal injury litigation.

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  • Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP, a premier litigation firm, is proud to announce the addition of the attorneys from the firm Taylor, Book, Allen & Morris, L.L.P.
  • HOUSTON, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP , a premier litigation firm, is proud to announce the addition of the attorneys from the firm Taylor, Book, Allen & Morris, L.L.P.
  • "We chose to join Thompson Coe because of the firm's extensive track record of client service and dedication to excellence, which mirrors our own firm's values," said Bill Book , Partner at Taylor Book.
  • "Our attorneys will continue to focus on delivering exceptional service backed with the support and expanded resources of Thompson Coe.

AXA XL builds up regional D&O underwriting teams; announces regional leader promotions

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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HARTFORD, Conn., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL Insurance's Professional Liability team has built out its regional underwriting management structure, promoting five to Region Leader positions.

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  • HARTFORD, Conn., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL Insurance's Professional Liability team has built out its regional underwriting management structure, promoting five to Region Leader positions.
  • Mr. Giacco added: "These Regional Leader promotions are well earned.
  • AXA XL's enhanced Directors & Officers regional teams now include:
    Rob Martin, joining Greg McCoy and Jason Hawkins to managing Professional Liability business in the AXA XL's East Zone, the business' largest zone.
  • Katie Konfala and Cara Hardacker teaming up with Ed Perry to lead growth of AXA XL's regional book of business in its West Zone.

Embroker Announces Partnership With LastPass to Bridge Critical Password & Identity Protection Gaps for Small Businesses

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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This partnership allows Embroker to better protect new and existing customers from potential cybersecurity attacks through LastPass password management and real-time dark web monitoring.

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  • This partnership allows Embroker to better protect new and existing customers from potential cybersecurity attacks through LastPass password management and real-time dark web monitoring.
  • Embroker chose LastPass as a key partner in this endeavor due to their market-leading expertise and expansive customer base.
  • According to a recent study released by Embroker, 63% of small business owners believe they are unlikely to face a ransomware attack.
  • Embrokers partnership with LastPass is driving innovation by combining market leading cyber insurance with best in class password management solutions, said David Derigotis, Chief Insurance Officer (CIO) at Embroker.

Embroker Names David Derigiotis as New Chief Insurance Officer

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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Embroker , the digital platform making it radically simple to get business insurance, announced that David Derigiotis has joined as Chief Insurance Officer (CIO).

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  • Embroker , the digital platform making it radically simple to get business insurance, announced that David Derigiotis has joined as Chief Insurance Officer (CIO).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221011005405/en/
    David Derigiotis, Chief Insurance Officer at Embroker (Photo: Business Wire)
    Before taking on this new role, Derigiotis served as Corporate Senior Vice President and National Professional Liability Practice Group Leader for Burns & Wilcox, an international wholesale broker & MGA.
  • Embroker is transforming commercial insurance by making it radically simple for businesses to get the right insurance at the best price.
  • With a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 70+, Embroker is also the highest rated business insurance company in the market.

Core Specialty Completes Acquisition of Hallmark Financial Services, Inc.’s Excess & Surplus Lines Operations

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Friday, October 7, 2022
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The business acquired from Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. (Hallmark) represents that portion of Hallmarks Specialty Commercial Segment that is distributed through the wholesale insurance brokerage channel (Hallmark E&S).

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  • The business acquired from Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. (Hallmark) represents that portion of Hallmarks Specialty Commercial Segment that is distributed through the wholesale insurance brokerage channel (Hallmark E&S).
  • Hallmark E&S produced $436 million of wholesale distributed excess & surplus lines business in the twelve-month period ended June 30, 2022.
  • Management and the approximately 176 employees of the Hallmark E&S business, based in Dallas, Atlanta and Jersey City, New Jersey, will transition to Core Specialty.
  • Core Specialty has completed the acquisition of Heath XS, LLC (Heath XS), the Dallas, Texas-based excess & surplus underwriting agency subsidiary of Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. and certain other operating assets of Hallmark related to Hallmark E&S for approximately $40 million in cash.