Ep. 26 - War Exclusions Under the Microscope: A Deep Dive with DAC Beachcroft Partner Julian Miller

Cyber Insurance Leaders

Julian Miller was a key player in one of the most controversial changes to happen in the Lloyds market in recent years: Cyber War Exclusions.
Join host Anthony Hess as he dives deep into the fascinating world of insurance policies and the war exclusion clause with Julian Miller, a Partner at DAC Beachcroft. In this episode, they explore the evolving landscape of cyber risk coverage and the challenges faced by insurers in addressing systemic risks.
You'll learn:
1. The historical development of war exclusions and their impact on cyber risk coverage
2. The Importance of LMA clauses and how they provide essential cyber coverage for businesses
3. The innovative clauses introduced by industry leaders and the need for clarity and consistency
4. The complexities of policy wording, including defining war and addressing systemic risks
5. Insights into the broader response to systemic risks and emerging challenges
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About Julian:
Julian Miller is a coverage lawyer based in DAC Beachcroft's London office. He has had a prominent role in cyber risk, drafting war clauses, advising on ransomware, and other cyber coverage issues. He leads the firm's policy wordings team and advises on coverage disputes.
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About DAC Beachcroft:
DAC Beachcroft LLP is an international law firm with a market leading insurance practice. It has a specialist team that drafts policy wordings across all lines of business, advising insurers, reinsurers, brokers, MGAs, and captives.
Website: http://www.dacbeachcroft.com
Industry: Law Practice
Company size: 1,001 - 5,000
Headquarters: London, England
Founded: 1762
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About the host, Anthony:
Anthony is passionate about cyber insurance. He is the CEO of Asceris, a company that enables its clients to respond to cyber incidents quickly and effectively. Anthony is originally from the US but now lives in Europe with his wife and two children.
Get in touch with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyhess/ or email: [e-mail]
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