Attorney at Law · Chicago, Illinois
Skarzynski Marick & Black LLP
Representing insurers in coverage disputes and bad faith litigation, from initial claim analysis through motion practice and court proceedings.
Practice Areas
I represent insurers in coverage disputes and bad faith litigation, from initial claim evaluation through motion practice and court proceedings. My work spans first-party and third-party coverage, with close attention to extra-contractual obligations and complex policy interpretation.
Advising insurers at the claim stage on coverage positions, reservation of rights, and exposure analysis before litigation arises.
Defending insurers against bad faith allegations and extra-contractual exposure, including statutory and common law claims.
Property, casualty, and specialty line coverage matters involving disputes over policy terms, exclusions, and valuation.
Duty to defend and indemnify disputes, declaratory judgment actions, and coverage litigation through trial and appeal.
Professional Background
Skarzynski Marick & Black LLP
Representing insurers in coverage disputes and bad faith litigation, from initial claim evaluation and pre-suit strategy through active proceedings in state and federal court.
Honorable Cecilia A. Horan, Circuit Court of Cook County, Chancery Division
Drafted orders and memoranda, conducted legal research, and analyzed dispositive motions across civil matters. Managed a docket of over 400 active cases.
Education
DePaul University College of Law
Honors
Cum laude honors. Dean’s List. CALI Excellence for the Future Award: Trial Advocacy II.
Certificate
Information Technology, Cybersecurity & Data Privacy.
Providence College
Recognition
Insurance Law
Insurance Law
Affiliations