Clyde & Co Boosts US Insurance Defense Practice with Thomas Maroney’s Appointment in New York
Clyde & Co, a prominent global law firm, has announced the appointment of Thomas Maroney as a partner in its New York office. Tom brings with him extensive experience from Kennedys and strengthens Clyde & Co’s global insurance and North American US defense practice. His expertise lies in handling insurance claims related to primary and excess general liability, construction (specifically New York Labor Law), transportation, and hospitality. Additionally, Tom holds an Associate in Claims (AIC) designation and previously managed an Errors and Omissions claims desk, overseeing various professional liability claims, including those involving lawyers, accountants, insurance agents/brokers, broker/dealers, real estate agents, and title agents.
Tom’s addition to the firm’s national defense practice follows the recent arrivals of partner Danny Worker and his team in Chicago, as well as senior counsel Kira Barrett, Melissa Gardner, and Rachel Werner in Phoenix.
Eileen King Bower, partner and chair of Clyde & Co’s North American Board, expressed excitement about Tom joining the New York office and contributing to the strategic growth of their defense practice. She highlighted Tom’s broad expertise in insurance law and impressive track record, emphasizing the value he brings to Clyde & Co.
Tom himself commented on the firm’s stellar reputation as a trusted advisor in insurance law, expressing eagerness to collaborate with colleagues worldwide.
Clyde & Co’s North American insurance practice offers unparalleled global presence and expertise across all insurance business lines. The firm’s growth since opening its first North American office in New York in 2006 underscores its commitment to serving clients across the United States and Canada, with over 400 attorneys and 90 partners spread across 19 offices.
Specializing in sectors crucial to global trade and commercial activity such as insurance, transport, construction, energy, trade, and commodities, Clyde & Co’s preeminent insurance practice delivers top-tier advisory and dispute resolution services to insurers and their clients in established and emerging markets. Their comprehensive coverage and defense capabilities across insurance lines make them a leader in the field.
