The annual recognition highlights California attorneys demonstrating exceptional leadership and impact on the community. Halbreich was selected for his successful representation and recovery of more than $1 billion this past year for clients across a broad range of critical industries in some of the most significant insurance litigations this century.
Halbreich is a member of the firm’s Insurance Recovery Group, the only policyholder-side insurance practice to recently earn Band 1 rankings from Chambers and Partners in both the United States and the UK, and previously served as the group’s practice leader. He represents policyholders in a variety of industries, including aviation, manufacturing, oil and gas, financial services, real estate development, electronics, telecommunications, and construction. The full in-depth profile of Halbreich can be viewed at dailyjournal.com.
“This recognition is a fitting tribute to David’s extraordinary career dedicated to advancing the interests of policyholders,” said Amber Finch, global chair of Reed Smith’s Insurance Recovery Group. “For decades, he has been a trailblazer in insurance recovery, earning the respect of clients, colleagues, and courts through his exceptional advocacy, strategic insight, and unwavering commitment to excellence. His mentorship, vision and dedication to our clients continue to inspire attorneys across our team.”
Earlier this year, Halbreich was named among the Daily Journal’s Top 100 Lawyers, recognizing his numerous successful representations, including his work as counsel for aircraft leasing companies.
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