Insurance Coverage Opinions

Located in Portland, Mitchell Lang & Smith LLP represents Oregon and southwest Washington insurance companies and individual insurers in coverage litigation.  Our attorneys practice trial and appellate advocacy across the diverse range of coverage issues encountered by insurers, including:

• Allegations of breach of insurance contracts
• Bad faith actions
• Directors and Officers (D & O) liability for corporate officials
• Fidelity, fiduciary, and bankers' blanket bonds
• Errors & Omissions (E & O) liability insurance for various professions, including law and accounting
• Coverage opinions
• Indemnity insurance
• Employers' liability insurance
• Obligations to provide maintenance and cure benefits

Coverage Opinions

Since 1981, insurers have continuously relied on Mitchell Lang & Smith lawyers to author opinions regarding policy coverage.  Our attorneys have extensive experience evaluating complex coverage issues and providing answers to difficult questions of policy interpretation.  By carefully reviewing policies for potential coverage issues and predetermining the extent of a policyholder's coverage, our firm helps insurance companies streamline the claims process and avoid disputes.

Coverage Litigation

When coverage disputes arise, attorneys at Mitchell Lang & Smith possess the litigation skills and resources to effectively handle even the most complex coverage claims.  Our trial experience encompasses bad faith actions, which often accompany lawsuits seeking extra-contractual and punitive damages. 

Experienced Insurance Coverage Attorneys

With our wealth of knowledge and experience, we are able to efficiently resolve claims to the benefit of our clients.  For more information regarding a specific coverage issue or policy interpretation, contact Mitchell Lang & Smith.