September 17: Estoppel 101: What is Estoppel and How Do We Avoid It?

This webinar will explore the concept of estoppel and clarify the distinction between the common law doctrines of estoppel and waiver, which are often used interchangeably but are fundamentally very different. The presenters will focus on contractual and equitable estoppel in Illinois, Florida, and Texas, and address ways of avoiding it. The presenters will examine an insurer’s duty to settle and respond to settlement demands and discuss how to defend against a consent judgment when the insurer is providing a defense under a reservation of rights.

Title:
Estoppel 101: What is Estoppel and How Do We Avoid It?
Description:

Webinar Date+Time:

Wednesday, September 17, 2025
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in TX, FL, NC, DE, and IL. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

• Wendy N. Enerson, Regional Manager, Global Insurance Department – Midwest/South, Cozen O'Connor
• Michael Weiss, Associate, Marketing Department, Cozen O'Connor

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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August 20: Equipment Breakdown Coverage: When Does Machine or Equipment Failure Become a Covered Breakdown?

Title:
Equipment Breakdown Coverage: When Does Machine or Equipment Failure Become a Covered Breakdown?
Description:
This webinar will provide an overview of Equipment Breakdown Coverage, focusing on how it became its own type of coverage, and distinct from a typical property policy. The presenters will discuss the similarities and differences between these two types of policies, as well as their connection during the claims handling process. The webinar will also focus on the main types of coverage afforded by Equipment Breakdown Policies, and provide insight into common exclusions and examples of covered breakdowns.

Webinar Date+Time:

Wednesday, August 20, 2025
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in TX, NC, FL, and DE. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Paul C. Ferland, Co-Chair, Property Insurance Group - Cozen O'Connor
Lauren Berenbaum, CIPP/US, Associate - Cozen O'Connor

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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July 15: When Going Green Goes Bad – Solar Panel Fires

The webinar will examine the common causes of fires involving solar panel array systems. The presenters will outline various types of solar array system failures and explain how subrogation lawyers can analyze and pursue fire-related claims in California, Arizona, and Nevada. The webinar will also discuss best practices for handling subrogation claims related to solar panel system array fires.

Title:
When Going Green Goes Bad – Solar Panel Fires
Description:

Webinar Date+Time:

July 15, 2025 

11:00 a.m. ET 

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Credit:

CE is approved in TX, FL, WV, DE, and WY. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Philip J. Berens, Benjamin Kim, and Andrew J. Thoresen of Oracle Forensics.

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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June 11: Rigger and Trucker Liability

This webinar will focus on new and developing trends in trucking and rigging claims and how to coordinate defense efforts before litigation for the best outcome. The presenters will provide an overview of rigger and trucker liability and discuss common risks and legal considerations associated with these types of claims.

Title:
Rigger and Trucker Liability
Description:

Webinar Date+Time:

Wednesday, June 11, 2025
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in FL, NC, and DE. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

By:

Stephanie Chesney Valerie Sworn

Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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June 25: Battery Energy Storage Systems: Market Trends and Insurance Coverage Issues

This webinar will provide technical insight, financial perspectives, and discuss the insurance coverage issues associated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (“BESS”). As the BESS landscape continues to evolve rapidly, it is reshaping the renewable energy sector. While BESS is essential for the global shift towards renewables, it also presents unique challenges for asset owners and the insurance market. The presenters will discuss these challenges and dive deeper into the technology, implementation, and limitations of BESS.

Title:
Battery Energy Storage Systems: Market Trends and Insurance Coverage Issues
Description:

Webinar Date+Time:

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

8:30 – 9:30 AM PT
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Credit:

CE is approved in FL, TX, NC, DE, and WA. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

• Josh Tumen, Member, Cozen O'Connor
• Timothy Dowden, Senior Vice President, Renewable Energy & Power, J.S. Held
• Daniel Williams, Senior Vice President, Forensic Accounting, J.S. Held

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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March 21: April Showers Bring May Flowers and Roof Leak Claims

This webinar will discuss various types of residential and commercial roof systems and materials, and examine issues with material defects and workmanship that can lead to leaks and roof failures. The presenters also will review the barriers and defenses to potential subrogation actions for roof defects and apply the principles to two real-world examples.

Title:
April Showers Bring May Flowers and Roof Leak Claims
Description:

Webinar Date+Time:

March 21, 2025 11:00 a.m. ET 

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Credit:

CE is approved in FL, TX, WV, DE, and RI. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Jake P. Skaggs and Jason Johnston of Scout Forensics

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April 9: Cars & Courts: Subrogating Unusual Auto Claims and in Unusual Courts

Title:
 Cars & Courts: Subrogating Unusual Auto Claims and in Unusual Courts
Description:
The webinar will focus on the complexities of subrogation involving motor vehicles, including automobile fires, crashes into buildings, and parking garages. The presenters will review the intersection of subrogation claims with Surrogate’s Court, and the role of executors, estates, and guardians. The presenters will also discuss procedural issues that can arise on a subrogation claim with a potentially bankrupt target.

Webinar Date+Time:

April 9, 2025
11:00 a.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in FL, TX, NC, DE, and WA. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Kristy Miller and Robert W. Phelan

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April 23: 2024 Year in Review of Bad Faith Cases and Beyond

This webinar will review recent case law and statutory amendments in which claims of bad faith have been asserted and assessed. The case law will involve situations in which both claims handling has been called into question and where efforts to set up a bad faith claim are present. The presenters will review and discuss those factual situations in order to address how to effectively handle insurance claims and litigation in a manner that reduces bad faith exposure.

Title:
2024 Year in Review of Bad Faith Cases and Beyond
Description:

Webinar Date+Time:

Wednesday, April 23, 2025
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET 

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Credit:

CE is approved in TX, FL, NC, DE, and WA. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

• Gregory S. Hudson
• Mistee Verhulp.

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December 17: Understanding Subject Matter Jurisdiction Over Lloyd’s of London

This webinar will provide an overview of how to properly and efficiently evaluate diversity of citizenship over members of the Lloyd’s of London insurance marketplace in U.S. federal court litigation. 

The presenters will focus on the initial stages of litigation, and provide a deeper understanding of subject matter jurisdiction. The presenters will also describe how the Lloyd’s marketplace operates on a subscription basis.
Title:
Understanding Subject Matter Jurisdiction Over Lloyd’s of London

Webinar Date+Time:

Tuesday, December 17, 2024
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in TX, WA, FL, and DE. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Paul C. Ferland Co-Chair, Property Insurance Group, Cozen O'Connor
Josh Tumen, Associate, Cozen O'Connor

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November 14: Fireplaces and Chimneys: Common Failures and Subrogation Recovery

Erick Kirker and Leo Herrmann of Leo Herrmann’s Fireplace and Chimney Service Inc. will present a Cozen O'Connor webinar titled "Fireplaces and Chimneys: Common Failures and Subrogation Recovery."
The webinar will focus on common fireplace and chimney problems associated with site-built and factory built fireplaces that cause building fires. The presenters will discuss the anatomy of fireplaces and chimneys and provide examples of common problems and failure modes. The presenters will also provide information on identifying and seeking subrogation recovery for covered damages.
Title:
Fireplaces and Chimneys: Common Failures and Subrogation Recovery

Webinar Date+Time:

November 14, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in FL, TX, NC, GA, WV, DE, and WA. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speaker:

Erick J. Kirker

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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August 22: Subrogation on the Roof

This webinar will focus on subrogation pursuits arising out of roofing work. The presenters will use hypotheticals to highlight issues that can lead to roofing subrogation claims. The presenters will also review local codes and standards consultants use to evaluate if roofing work was performed below the standard of care and discuss issues that typically lead to or hamper subrogation and recovery.
Title:
Subrogation on the Roof

Webinar Date+Time:

August 22, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in FL, TX, NC, GA, and DE. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Philip J. Berens and Troy F. Brooks of T. Brooks & Associates.

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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July 10: From Paper to Pixels: The Evolution of Digital Technologies

Embrace the future with our comprehensive guide to Deposition Technology. This course offers an in-depth look at the digital transformation in the legal field, from the shift to digital transcripts and exhibits to the rise of virtual depositions. Learn about the latest tools and platforms, including 3D environments for site visits, and understand the ethical and security considerations in this digital age. This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to navigate the evolving landscape of deposition technology. Join us to stay ahead of the curve and revolutionize your practice.
In this webinar, we will review:

• The Shift to Digital Legal Technologies
• Virtual Depositions and Proceedings
• Video Depositions
• Paperless Depositions
• 3D Animations and Site Visits
• Security and Ethical Considerations.

Title:
From Paper to Pixels: The Evolution of Digital Technologies 
Date/Time:

Wednesday, July 10, 2024
11am PT / 12pm MT / 1pm CT / 2pm ET
The number of seats is limited. Register and reserve your seat today!
Presenter:
Mike Murray, Director of Technical and Creative Solutions, Veritext. Mike’s technical expertise includes proficiency in software across the entire spectrum of legal applications. As the former president and founder of the realtime software company, Transcript Manager Pro, he is also an integral member of the Veritext product development team. This team is dedicated to examining industry and technological trends in order to create leading edge programs and applications to facilitate the litigation process.
Credit:
* This course has been approved in the following states: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, New Jersey. This webinar is pending approval in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin*. *The Wisconsin BBE accredits all Veritext programs for 1.0 Law Practice Management hour, not CLE. CLE credits may also be claimed for Law Practice Management courses, but attorneys are limited to 6.0 LPM credits per reporting period. * NY CLE Credit Provided via NYCLE “Other Approved Jurisdictions” Policy. Attorney must provide correct listening code; not available for Transitional Attorneys. * The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity may qualify for up to 1 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Arizona, including 0 hour(s) of professional responsibility. * There is no formal approval process for organizations that want to provide MCLE courses in Connecticut. If an organization’s MCLE program or course has been approved by the authority authorized to approve MCLE courses in another jurisdiction, then the organization’s MCLE course is automatically approved in Connecticut. In other jurisdictions, you might self-apply for credit.

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Veritext

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August 7: Significant D&O Coverage Cases in the First Half of 2024

This webinar will focus on the most significant D&O coverage cases for the first half of 2024. The presenters will discuss the impact of these cases on the D&O coverage environment and provide key takeaways from these cases to assist in the handling of D&O insurance claims.
Title:
Significant D&O Coverage Cases in the First Half of 2024

Webinar Date+Time:

Wednesday, August 7, 2024
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in GA, TX, FL, NC, DE, OR, OK, and WA. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

• Gary L. Gassman
• Rafael Rivera

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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May 7: Impact of Climate Change on Coverage Under Builder’s Risk Insurance Policies for Renewable Energy Projects

This webinar will provide an overview of the risks renewable energy projects face due to the impact of climate change, and its impact on coverage under Builder’s Risk insurance policies. The presenters will focus on the common causes of damage, best practices for claims handling, relevant legal issues and recent case law, mitigation requirements, and underwriting considerations.
Title:
Impact of Climate Change on Coverage Under Builder’s Risk Insurance Policies for Renewable Energy Projects

Webinar Date+Time:

Tuesday, May 7, 2024
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in GA, TX, FL, NC, DE, OR, OK, and WA.
CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA.
You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Paul C. Ferland
Joshua Tumen

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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April 11: What is Your Malfunction? Exploring Circumstantial Theories of Liability, Res Ipsa Loquitur, and Malfunctions

Jonathan Levy and Matthew F. Policastro will present a Cozen O'Connor webinar titled, "What is Your Malfunction? Exploring Circumstantial Theories of Liability, Res Ipsa Loquitur, and Malfunctions."
This webinar will discuss circumstantial theories of recovery in subrogation cases. The presentation will focus on Res Ipsa Loquitor and the Malfunction Theory, two different tools available to subrogating plaintiffs when direct evidence of a defendant’s negligence is lacking. The presenters will highlight real-world applications of these doctrines showing how they play out in litigation and discuss how to strategically utilize these tools to prevail against recovery targets in litigation.
Title:
What is Your Malfunction? Exploring Circumstantial Theories of Liability, Res Ipsa Loquitur, and Malfunctions

Webinar Date+Time:

April 11, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET Free Continuing Legal Education 

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Credit:

CE is approved in FL, TX, NC, WV, DE, and WA. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Jonathan Levy Matthew F. Policastro

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March 25: A Quarter for Your Thoughts: New York Employment Law Q1 2024 Developments and Trends

This Episode: Updating New York’s Newest Employment Laws and Addressing Proposed New York Legislation to Watch Join Michael Schmidt, Janice Sued Agresti, and Jamie Ansorge as they host the latest installment in this quarterly webinar series.

In this webinar, Mike, Janice, and Jamie will discuss the most recent New York legislation and proposed bills from the first quarter of 2024 that employers should be watching.
Title:
A Quarter for Your Thoughts: New York Employment Law Q1 2024 Developments and Trends

Webinar Date+Time:

Monday, March 25, 2024
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EDT
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Credit:

CLE is approved in NY, PA, TX, IL, NV, and CA.
MN CLE has been applied for approval.
You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Janice Sued Agresti
James L. Ansorge
Michael C. Schmidt

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February 22: Understanding Fire Protection Systems and the Subrogation Potential

This webinar will provide an overview of the different types of fire sprinkler systems, and the codes and standards that govern their design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance. The presenters will focus on some of the reasons why sprinkler systems fail, including freezing weather conditions, installation and testing issues, or product defects. The presenters will also address the potential legal claims or subrogation potential that can be brought arising out of these failures, whether against the owner, designers, installers, inspectors, testing and maintenance contractors, property managers or product manufacturers.
Title:
Understanding Fire Protection Systems and the Subrogation Potential

Webinar Date+Time:

February 22, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in FL, TX, NC, WV, and WA. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Cheri L. MacArthur and Jack Poole of Poole Fire Protection, Inc

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March 13: Shades of Gray: Ethical Issues in Property Damage Claims and Recoveries

This webinar will provide a virtual tour through the various ethical issues that can frequently arise in property damage claims. The presenters will discuss how and why these issues can appear, and how they impact your first party and recovery claims. The webinar will also use case studies as examples of post-recovery issues, and the ethics after subrogation.
Title:
Shades of Gray: Ethical Issues in Property Damage Claims and Recoveries

Webinar Date+Time:

March 13, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in FL, TX, NC, GA, WV, DE, and WA. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Ashley Bauerle
Robert W. Phelan

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January 24: Significant D&O Coverage Cases in Second Half of 2023

This webinar will discuss the most significant D&O coverage cases for the second half of 2023. The presenters will discuss the impact of these cases on the D&O coverage environment, and provide key takeaways from these cases to assist in the handling of D&O insurance claims.
Title:
Significant D&O Coverage Cases in Second Half of 2023

Webinar Date+Time:

Wednesday, January 24, 2024
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET
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Credit:

CE is approved in GA, TX, FL, NC, WA, OR, and OK. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

• Gary L. Gassman
• Rafael Rivera

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February 14: 2023 Bad Faith Year in Review

The presenters will review recent significant court decisions from around the country regarding insurance bad faith issues, and legislative changes likely to impact bad faith litigation. The webinar will provide insurance professionals with information and insights to keep abreast of new legal developments regarding claims handling.
Topics will include:

• Duty to investigate claims
• Duty to initiate settlement negotiations
• Standards for bad faith
• Non-economic damages available in bad faith lawsuits
• Legislative changes affecting bad faith litigation.

Title:
2023 Bad Faith Year in Review

Webinar Date+Time:

Wednesday, February 14, 2024 

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET

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Credit:

CE is approved in GA, TX, FL, and NC. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Gregory S. Hudson
Chad A. Pasternack

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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