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
Daniel Foley
Director of Operations
Kyle Hoker
Vice President of Information Technology
Garrett Kern
Vice President of Claims
Andrew Murray
Vice President of Sales
Kathleen O’Shaughnessy
Vice President of Marketing
Janet Raap
Vice President of Underwriting
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 - Murphy C. Hart
Benton - Russell W. Hartigan
Burr Ridge - Mark D. Hassakis
Mount Vernon - Paula H. Holderman
LaGrange - Jean A. Kenol
Joliet - Anna P. Krolikowska
Northbrook - John G. Locallo
Chicago - Christopher Mullen
Chicago - John G. O’Brien
Arlington Heights - Dennis J. Orsey
Granite City - Catherine A. Pratt
Bloomington - David B. Sosin
Orland Park - 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 - Terrence K. Hegarty
Hinsdale - Todd A. Smith
Chicago