Paul Walker-Bright concentrates his practice on complex litigation and insurance recovery, primarily for large corporate policyholders. He has successfully obtained recoveries on behalf of clients under a variety of insurance policies, including general liability policies and directors & officers insurance. He has also handled litigation involving environmental liability, toxic torts, commercial disputes including bankruptcy, and various pro bono matters. Paul has been recognized by Chambers USA 2007-2008: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, stating that "he receives a wealth of endorsements from clients due to his extensive knowledge of the field” and his “professionalism and dedication to excellence.”
Paul has represented clients of all sizes from diverse industry sectors, including public utilities, oil, transportation, news media and industrial manufacturing. He customizes his approach to the needs of every client and, having counseled both Fortune 100 corporations and single-owner businesses, he is sensitive to cost and time considerations as they apply to each. Reflecting this diverse practice, Paul is regularly involved with client personnel at every level, from senior management and general counsel to hourly workers.
At the start of every matter, Paul strives to identify clearly the client's goal. He formulates as early as possible a legal and factual theory of the case to achieve that goal, then pursues it consistently. As one example, a client seeking to maximize its cost recovery will require a different strategy from one seeking a quick resolution. Because most of his cost-recovery litigation is for large corporate policyholders, he often counsels on matters with substantial financial and economic impact.
Experience
2008 Reed Smith
— Anderson Kill & Olick
Legal Education
— J.D., highest honors, Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Order of the Coif
Undergraduate Education
— B.A., with honors, University of Chicago