Concord Specialty Risk has announced the appointment of Ayanna Lewis-Gruss, Esq. as Vice President & Underwriting Counsel, Litigation Insurance.
She’s set to lead Concord’s Litigation Insurance practice and will be based in New York, NY.
Lewis-Gruss has over eighteen-years’ experience in all aspects of litigation and arbitration, including managing and mentoring other attorneys.
Prior to joining Concord, she was with Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP.
“Ayanna has the requisite knowledge of trial and appellate practice, people skills, and passion to lead Concord’s litigation insurance practice,” said David S. De Berry, Esq., CEO of Concord Specialty Risk.
“We are excited to have the experience, skill set, character, and gravitas that Ms. Lewis-Gruss brings with her.”
Commenting on her appointment, Lewis-Gruss said, “Concord is a well-known pioneer in the transactional risk space.
“I am excited to help develop the company’s Litigation Insurance book and to work with the best and the brightest. I’m thrilled to join the outstanding team at Concord.”
