Jerold Oshinsky Named “Star” Policyholder Coverage Lawyer by Chambers USA

CHICAGO, July 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Jenner & Block LLP congratulates Jerold Oshinsky, Los Angeles partner and "dean of the policyholder bar." Mr. Oshinsky is the only lawyer in the United States who was recognized by Chambers USA in its "Star" band in the directory's national insurance Dispute Resolution:  Policyholder category for 2011.  This recognition follows on Chambers' recognition of Mr. Oshinsky from 2007 to 2010 as one of the few policyholder lawyers named to Chambers' nationwide Band 1 ranking.

Chambers calls Mr. Oshinsky, "one of the best-known and most highly respected insurance lawyers in the country" and "a true standout performer in the policyholder Bar.  'He really transcends the field,' say clients.  'He is not only tremendously knowledgeable, but is very diplomatic and statesmanlike in his approach, which makes him a pleasure to work with.'"

The Chambers USA awards recognize preeminence in key law firm practice areas during the past 12 months, and are based on annual surveys of thousands of lawyers and their clients around the world.  Chambers ranks selected lawyers and practice groups in bands from 1-6, with Band 1 being the top band.  In addition, Chambers selects exceptional lawyers who receive the highest recommendations from both clients and peers, as "Stars" in their practice areas.  The qualities on which Chambers bases its rankings include technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by clients according to Chambers.

"We are very proud to have Jerry Oshinsky as part of our nationally recognized policy-holder coverage practice.  Having the top-ranked policyholder lawyer in the country working with our new partners, Mary Craig Calkins and Linda Kornfeld, who also are nationally recognized, has enhanced our coverage practice in Southern California," said Susan Levy, managing partner of Jenner & Block.  "The Firm is known for our track record in representing policyholders on a wide range of coverage issues.  We now bring that depth of experience to our Los Angeles office."  Chambers also named Mr. Oshinsky, Ms. Calkins, and Ms. Kornfeld in the California Insurance: Policyholder category, and ranked the practice overall as among the top policyholder practices in California.

Jenner & Block's insurance recovery practice group focuses exclusively on policyholder coverage issues.  About the Firm's policyholder coverage practice, Chambers stated, "All manner of insurance recovery issues can be handled by this deep and effective practice."  Chambers also stated that the Jenner group is "a team of bright, capable people who work very hard.  Plus they have the experience."  Led by John H. Mathias, Jr., one of the preeminent insurance litigators in the nation, the Firm's insurance recovery attorneys are nationally known for their innovative and aggressive strategies for maximizing insurance coverage for their clients.

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