Motion to Dismiss Disqualification Action Should be Denied, Wausau Asserts

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Employers Insurance Company of Wausau asserts that it has adequately stated a claim for disqualification in a suit seeking to bar McDermott Will & Emery from representing Allianz Underwriters Insurance Co. in a reinsurance arbitration. Employers Insurance Company of Wausau v. Allianz Underwriters Insurance Co., No. 1:10-01297 (D. D.C.).

In an Oct. 7 opposition to Allianz's motion to dismiss, Wausau further argues that the court has jurisdiction over the dispute because the underlying arbitration is worth more than $75,000.

Wausau asserts that McDermott's past representation of Allianz in various collection disputes renders its representation of Allianz …