J. Mark Kressenberg
Houston
713-403-8379
Mark Kressenberg is a veteran first party trial lawyer with a solid background in both commercial and personal lines property and casualty litigation. He regularly represents domestic and surplus lines carriers in a wide variety of bad faith claims in both state and federal court, bringing his substantial experience to achieve consistent favorable results for his clients.
Mark’s philosophy is that it is the carrier’s claim and the carrier’s money and that effective representation inherently entails litigating appropriately to the size and complexity of the matter. Focused discovery, early exploration of settlement potential, and judicious use of motion practice are the key elements of his practice style.
Personal service and professional excellence are the foundation upon which Mark’s insurance law practice is built.
He has represented clients in multi-million dollar commercial catastrophe claims as well as residential wind and hail claims. Tailoring the level of litigation to the size and complexity of the matter, he consistently achieves favorable results for his clients in a cost-conscious manner.
He has successfully managed large catastrophe dockets in Hurricanes Ike and Harvey, as well as numerous Texas hailstorm events for both commercial and personal lines disputes. Mark is well-respected by both sides of the insurance law bar for his professionalism and knowledge.
Representative Experience
Managed a large Hurricane Ike litigation docket for a Fortune 50 admitted carrier
Successfully oversaw numerous Texas appellate cases involving coverage and appraisal matters
Obtained unanimous defense verdict in a Hurricane Harvey first party property case as lead counsel in federal court
Tried numerous UIM cases to verdict in counties all around southeast Texas
Obtained complete denial of the plaintiff’s “independent” injuries, pre-judgment interest, and attorney’s fees claims on summary judgment following prior appraisal and statutory interest payment.
Secured summary judgment on extra-contractual causes of action in federal court in bad faith lawsuit against Fortune 50 admitted carrier
Acted as lead market counsel in a number of commercial hail claims
Oversaw numerous appraisals in commercial and personal lines claims
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Education
Baylor University School of Law
J.D., 1986
University of California at Berkeley
Bar Admissions
Texas
1986
Kentucky
2000
Court Admissions
United States District Court of Texas
Northern, Southern, Eastern, Western
United States Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Professional and Community Activities
State Bar of Texas
Insurance Law Section