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Mr. Buchanan has tried numerous cases arising from incendiary fires, fraudulent claims, business interruption and extra expense losses, coverage disputes, policy interpretation, reformation actions, and ramifications of producer conduct. |
Education
Mr. Buchanan earned his B.A. degree from Bradley University in 1973 and his J.D. degree from the Loyola University of Chicago School of Law.
Bar Admissions
Mr. Buchanan is authorized to practice law in Illinois and in various U.S. District Courts in many states.
Professional Associations
Mr. Buchanan is a member of the Defense Research Institute and the American Bar Association subcommittees for property insurance and insurance coverage and is a frequent author and lecturer on insurance-related topics. He is also a member of the Chicago Bar Association.
Honors
Mr. Buchanan has an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell indicating the highest ranking in legal ability and ethical standards as determined by his peers in the legal community.
Richard A. Buchanan is Of Counsel with the firm. He concentrates his practice in insurance-related litigation, with an emphasis on matters arising under first-party property policies and the representation of producers and intermediaries.