Edward D. Shoulkin was recently named President of the Massachusetts chapter of the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM).
The CLM is one of the largest professional associations in the insurance industry, with a membership of more than 45,000 professionals working in claims resolution and litigation management. Founded in 2007, CLM members benefit from networking events, continuing education programs, publications, and a wide variety of other industry resources. The CLM has also spearheaded the creation of the Universal Claims Certification (UCC), a streamlined process to facilitate the licensing of claims adjusters in multiple states.
Shoulkin is a skilled trial and appellate attorney with 30 years of experience representing multinational corporations, small businesses and individuals in business disputes, construction litigation, product liability cases, premises liability actions, liquor liability claims, environmental litigation, and insurance coverage matters. He has particular expertise in defending professionals in civil disputes and disciplinary proceedings, including accountants, real estate brokers, health care providers, insurance agents, attorneys, property managers, home inspectors, and other professionals. Shoulkin also represents clients in the entertainment law field, including video gamers, in drafting and negotiating contracts, and providing a range of other services to protect and grow their business interests. He is licensed to practice in Massachusetts, Connecticut and New York.
Shoulkin is a founding member and has served on the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts Chapter of the Claims & Litigation Management Alliance. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the MassDLA. Since 2005, Shoulkin has received a Martindale-Hubbell National Law Directory AV rating, the highest rating available for legal ability and ethical standards. He has been a Massachusetts Super Lawyer since 2013.
About Barton Gilman
Barton Gilman serves clients throughout the Northeast with offices in Boston, Providence and New York, offering legal services in a wide variety of matters, including medical and other professional liability defense, premises liability and business litigation, as well as education law, employment, family law, insurance coverage, trusts and estates, criminal defense, corporate formation and intellectual property. The firm and its attorneys have received numerous awards and accolades, including Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms, Best Places to Work Rhode Island, Outstanding Philanthropic Business, the Common Good Award, and Super Lawyers.
