Trisha Tesmer

Trisha Tesmer is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in managing complex, high exposure claims, particularly in mass tort, abuse, and environmental litigation as Managing Director at CNA Insurance since January 2017. Prior roles include Claims Consulting Director and a technical expert in mass tort and environmental matters, addressing significant cases such as talc and PFAS/AFFF litigations. Trisha also served as a Partner at Cassiday Schade LLP, focusing on various litigation fields, and has held adjunct professor positions at DePaul University College of Law, teaching legal analysis and writing. Educational qualifications include a J.D. from DePaul University College of Law and a B.S. from Indiana University Bloomington.