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Insurance Partners Honored in 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America

September 17, 2026

Riker Danzig is pleased to announce that Brian E. O’Donnell, Chair of the Firm’s Insurance and Reinsurance Group, and Insurance Partners Maura C. Smith and Jeffrey M. Beyer have been included in the Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Litigators in America guide for 2027. Brian and Maura were recognized for Complex Commercial Litigation for Insurance, while Jeff was recognized for Complex Commercial Litigation for Insurance, Product Liability, and Class Action.

According to Lawdragon, "There are a record 4000 lawyers honored here, representing a ‘500’ of class actions, securities litigation, antitrust and so forth. Researching the talent of firms large and small is a joy, providing deep appreciation of the work and skills lawyers undertake to perfect their craft." The Lawdragon editorial team selected its honorees based on detailed submissions, as well as original journalistic research and vetting with the nation’s leading trial lawyers.

For the full Lawdragon announcement, go to 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America.

See Awards and Honors Methodology. No aspect of this announcement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.

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Jeffrey M. Beyer

Jeffrey M. Beyer
Partner

Maura C. Smith

Maura C. Smith
Partner

Brian E. O'Donnell

Brian E. O'Donnell
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