Wood Smith Henning & Berman is thrilled to share that New York co-managing partner, Tracy Abatemarco, will as serve as faculty for the School of Litigation Management at the 2026 CLM Claims College, taking place September 9-11, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland.
The School of Litigation Management is designed for claims professionals seeking to strengthen their litigation management skills in today's increasingly complex legal environment. As insurers continue to navigate the challenges of social inflation, nuclear verdicts, and rising litigation costs, the program provides practical strategies and proven approaches for effectively managing litigation and improving claims outcomes. Led by some of the insurance industry's most experienced thought leaders, the curriculum combines innovative perspectives with real-world guidance that participants can immediately apply within their organizations.
During the program, Abatemarco will share practical insights and litigation management strategies drawn from extensive experience representing insurers and businesses in complex civil litigation. The interactive course is designed to equip attendees with the tools and confidence needed to better evaluate claims, collaborate with defense counsel, and achieve more effective litigation outcomes.
"Claims College provides an outstanding opportunity for claims professionals to learn from experienced practitioners while exchanging ideas with peers from across the industry," said Abatemarco. "I'm honored to contribute to a program that equips attendees with practical strategies they can utilize in their daily practice."
The firm's attorneys are frequent presenters at national conferences, where they share practical guidance on emerging legal developments, litigation strategy, risk management, and claims handling. Participation in CLM Claims College reflects the firm's ongoing commitment to advancing the insurance industry through education, collaboration, and leadership.
"Tracy's selection as faculty for the Claims College reflects both her litigation expertise as well as her commitment to educating claims professionals," said Stewart Reid, Firmwide Managing Partner. "We are proud to see our attorneys helping shape the next wave of litigation management best practices."
For more information about the 2026 CLM Claims College, visit the Claims and Litigation Management website here.
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