LAWYERS' PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY 

AltaPro and Valiant Insurance Company

Lawyers professional liability insurance may not be mandatory, but given the proliferation of malpractice litigation today asserting ever more novel theories of legal liability, professional liability insurance is fast becoming a necessity. Lawyers increasingly face the possibility of being sued not only by unhappy clients, but by third parties as courts face pressure to expand lawyers’ duties beyond the Code of Professional Responsibility. In the 21st century, practicing law without the protection afforded by professional liability insurance borders on irresponsibility.

Lawyers' Professional Coverage provides:
  • Broad policy coverage.
  • Fast, easy application process.
  • A one page renewal application.
  • Multiple payment options for all firms.
  • Backed by Valiant Insurance Company, rated Excellent by insurance rating agencies.
  • Competitive premiums.
Professional Liability Coverage Highlights:
 
Lawyers' professional liability insurance program includes unique features and coverage options developed specifically for lawyers and law firms. Here are just a few coverage highlights: 
  • Coverage for defense of disciplinary actions;
  • Zero deductible option;
  • Free tail for death, disability, or retirement after only three years;
  • Coverage for prior acts;
  • Unlimited Extended Reporting Period (tail coverage) available;
  • Claim Expense in addition to policy limits available;
  • Worldwide coverage.
  • First Dollar Defense as an additional benefit;
Lawyers' Professional Liability is underwriten with Valiant Insurance Company. Valiant Insurance Company is the admitted insurance vehicle for Valiant Insurance Group, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Ariel Holdings Ltd.
 
Valiant Insurance Company, is rated "A- (Excellent)" by A.M. Best with a financial size category of XII and is licensed on an admitted basis in 47 states plus the District of Columbia. Valiant's highly experienced management team has created an industry leading Lawyers Professional Liability insurance policy and program. Partnering with AltaPro Insurance Services, they continue their emphasis on underwriting profitability, customer service and maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.

February 06, 2012