Our Story
We’re insurance specialists serving only Illinois lawyers. We were founded by lawyers. Our leadership is composed of lawyers. So we don’t answer to agents or stockholders. We answer only to our policyholders.
Our policyholders count on us for reasonable rates, superior client service and legal education. The fact that we offer CLE credits is an added perk.
Our Mission
ISBA Mutual is a lawyer owned and directed company that provides high quality professional liability insurance and risk management services to ISBA members. We serve the changing needs of practicing lawyers who share our commitment to the highest standards of the legal profession. Through fair, individualized pricing, unique claims handling and innovative risk management, we maintain positive long-term relationships with our policyholders. We value our policyholders and are committed to being a stable and enduring partner in their practices.
Our Management Team
Jeff Strand
President & CEO
Joan Comfort
Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Scott Dutton
Chief Relationship Officer
Kyle Hoker
Chief Technology Officer
Garrett Kern
Chief Claims and Risk Management Officer
Andrew Murray
Vice President of Sales
Magali Olson
Vice President of Underwriting
Kathleen O’Shaughnessy
Vice President of Marketing
Janet Raap
Chief Operating Officer
Board of Directors
As a mutual insurance company, our directors are all Illinois lawyers and ISBA members. So you can be sure they are dedicated to ensuring stable premiums and solid coverage for you and your firm.
- Irene F. Bahr
Wheaton - Eric J. Carlson
Edwardsville - Umberto S. Davi
Western Springs - Jon W. DeMoss
Chicago - Russell W. Hartigan
Burr Ridge - Paula H. Holderman
LaGrange - Jean A. Kenol
Joliet - Anna P. Krolikowska
Northbrook - John G. Locallo
Chicago - Heather McPherson
Freeport - Lisa Nyuli
South Elgin - Dennis J. Orsey
Granite City - John E. Thies
Urbana - Sarah E. Toney
Chicago - Rory T. Weiler
St. Charles
Emeritus Board Members
- Leonard F. Amari
Chicago - James J. DeSanto
Libertyville - Robert K. Downs
Oak Park - Murphy C. Hart
Benton - Mark D. Hassakis
Mount Vernon - Terrence K. Hegarty
Oak Brook - Christopher Mullen
Chicago - John G. O’Brien
Arlington Heights - Todd A. Smith
Chicago - David B. Sosin
Orland Park