Keith McKenna

Partner at Cohen Ziffer Frenchman & McKenna

Known for his ardent advocacy in complex and highly consequential cases, Keith McKenna represents clients in a wide range of general commercial litigation. As counsel for companies in industries including healthcare, manufacturing, sports and entertainment, government services, real estate, and telecommunications, he handles a wide-range of commercial disputes in federal and state court actions nationwide. The organizations Keith serves frequently rely on him to represent them in significant insurance coverage litigations and trials that procure damages and declaratory judgments in their favor against U.S. and European property and casualty insurers.

Viewing his clients’ issues as his own, Keith always strives to solve their problems efficiently, recover money they’re due, and bolster their business interests. With a strong commitment to 24/7 responsiveness and a down-to-earth style, Keith embraces the role of an advisor clients trust and depend on. He is rated AV Preeminent (4.9 out of 5.0) by his peers in Martindale-Hubbell, and is lauded for his skillful case management and sound judgment. One adverse lawyer described him as being among “the finest and most talented lawyers whom he have faced” and another as “true to his word, articulate, and knowledgeable of both the facts and law.” In addition, Chambers USA has identified Keith as a ranked policyholder lawyer and notable practitioner in “high-stakes coverage disputes,” and The Legal 500 notes Keith’s “tremendous skills, dedication, and experience.”

With a keen understanding that risky cases inspire a great deal of client anxiety, Keith exudes a calming presence, particularly in bet-the-company circumstances. He reassures those he serves that they’ve hired the right person for the job, that he will skillfully handle their cases, and that he will put them in the best position to procure the coverage they need to keep their company viable.

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  • Partner

    January, 2021 - present

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