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Letter from the CBA

Vol. 48, No. 9 [Page 7]

Colorado Lawyer

October, 2019

Lockton Affinity

Dear CBA Member:

I'm pleased to announce that the CBA has endorsed a new partnership to serve the malpractice insurance needs of its members. Lockton Affinity, acting as the administrator for CNA, demonstrated to us that their combination of broad coverage terms, competitive pricing, and commitment to providing stellar customer service offers CBA members the optimal solution for this very important insurance coverage.

CNA and Lockton Affinity emerged as the right choice after a thorough vetting process. A subcommittee of the Lawyers Professional Liability Committee, chaired by CBA member Chris Little, was convened last summer to pursue a formal RFP for a new endorsed provider. While several qualified firms responded, the CNA/ Lockton Affinity combination offered the best terms, including:

■ a policy form representing an industry-leading insurance solution for CBA members;

■ significantly lower premiums than those previously offered;

■ a continued premium credit for CBA members;

■ a dedicated local Lockton Affinity agent, Casey MacDonald, to exclusively serve the customer service needs of Colorado lawyers;

■ support of and participation in CBA initiatives for risk management programs;

■ a commitment to assist in CLE efforts; and

■ the largest database of lawyer information—both underwriting and claims—in the...