Attorney at Law  ·  Chicago, Illinois

Paul M. Perry II

Skarzynski Marick & Black LLP

Representing insurers in coverage disputes and bad faith litigation, from initial claim analysis through motion practice and court proceedings.

Coverage disputes. Litigation. Results.

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.

Insurance Coverage Counseling

Advising insurers at the claim stage on coverage positions, reservation of rights, and exposure analysis before litigation arises.

Bad Faith Defense

Defending insurers against bad faith allegations and extra-contractual exposure, including statutory and common law claims.

First-Party Coverage Disputes

Property, casualty, and specialty line coverage matters involving disputes over policy terms, exclusions, and valuation.

Third-Party Coverage Litigation

Duty to defend and indemnify disputes, declaratory judgment actions, and coverage litigation through trial and appeal.

Experience

2023 – Present
Chicago, IL

Litigation Associate

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.

2022 – 2023
Chicago, IL

Judicial Law Clerk

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.

Academic Background

2019 – 2022
Chicago, IL

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

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.

2006 – 2010
Providence, RI

Bachelor of Arts

Providence College

Honors

2026

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America

Insurance Law

2025

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America

Insurance Law

Professional Associations

Member

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association