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First-Party Property: Personal and Commercial

The First Party Practice Group is dedicated to the efficient application of the law in the ever-changing and difficult legal landscape for insurance carriers. Our seasoned advocates are very knowledgeable in the variety of policies and the applicable coverages that become legal flashpoints. They are dedicated to early recognition and determination of the facts and law, and they take pride in delivering cost-effective results for our clients without compromising the cases that need judicial determination. The group’s mission is always to give the highest and most efficient level of expertise in first-party work and coverage issues in the following areas:

  • Automobile (Material Misrep/Fraud and Arson)
  • Business Interruption
  • Catastrophic Claims
  • Civil Remedy Notices
  • EUOs
  • Fraud/SIU
  • Glass Claims
  • Homeowners
  • Intentional Acts (Burglary/Theft/Vandalism/Arson)
  • Large Commercial Losses
  • Marine
  • Sinkhole
  • UIM Bad Faith
  • UM Appraisals

As your partner in claims and litigation, we realize whether it’s a storm claim or not, our most important responsibility to our clients is to assist them by giving good timely professional advice, and to pursue the best results possible. Our team is here for you and looks forward to serving you.

The team regularly delivers presentations regarding First Party Practice. The continuing education sessions focus on claims handling procedures and regulations, providing valuable insights and guidance to enhance daily claims management. For more information and/or to request a presentation for your team, contact: info@kubickidraper.com.

PRACTICE TEAM

Erika Cordovi

Erika Cordovi

  • Shareholder
  • Miami
Earleen H. Cote

Earleen H. Cote

  • Equity Partner, Executive Board Member & DEI Committee Co-Chair
  • Ft. Lauderdale
Neil A. Covone

Neil A. Covone

  • Shareholder
  • Miami
Adam Danowitz

Adam Danowitz

  • Associate
  • Miami
Sha-Mekeyia N. Davis

Sha-Mekeyia N. Davis

  • Shareholder, Deputy Chief DEI Officer
  • Ft. Lauderdale
Sharon C. Degnan

Sharon C. Degnan

  • Shareholder
  • Orlando
Christopher DelBene

Christopher DelBene

  • Shareholder
  • Jacksonville
Alain T. Diaz

Alain T. Diaz

  • Associate
  • Miami
Jarred S. Dichek

Jarred S. Dichek

  • Equity Partner
  • Miami
Valerie A. Dondero

Valerie A. Dondero

  • Shareholder
  • Miami
Ryan D. Elias

Ryan D. Elias

  • Shareholder
  • Orlando
Cristina R. Federico

Cristina R. Federico

  • Associate
  • Pensacola

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