L. Noelle Malindzak Associate

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Noelle excels in representing insureds in a broad spectrum of complex insurance coverage matters. Her practice includes handling first and third-party claims, insurance broker liability, and bad faith litigation, providing her clients with comprehensive and strategic legal counsel.

Noelle graduated from the University of California, Irvine School of Law, where she distinguished herself academically and professionally. During her time at UC Irvine, Noelle served as an editor of the UC Irvine Law Review, contributing to the publication of critical legal scholarship. She was also an active member of the UC Irvine Community and Development Clinic, where she gained practical experience in advocating for community and development issues. Noelle received the Dean’s Award for highest grade in the California Motions Course and completed 100 hours of pro bono service in her 1st year of law school. Additionally, Noelle demonstrated her commitment to legal education by serving as a teaching assistant for a legal research and writing professor, mentoring fellow students and honing her own skills in legal analysis and communication.

With a strong foundation in legal research, writing, and practical experience, Noelle brings a wealth of knowledge and a keen analytical mind to her practice. Her dedication to her clients and her ability to navigate complex legal issues make her a valuable asset to the firm and her clients.

Experience

  • Representation of a large commercial landlord in insurance coverage litigation concerning more than $350 million in coverage for business interruption losses and repair costs arising out of a fire at a large commercial apartment complex in Los Angeles.
  • Representation of large clothing retailer in its pursuit of substantial sums of insurance coverage under a cyber insurance policy for nearly 2,000 underlying claims alleging violations of the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA).
  • Representation of a commercial landlord in insurance recovery litigation concerning coverage under a commercial property insurance program for substantial losses resulting from government closures of a large shopping center in Orange County during the initial months of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Representation of large tile distributor in connection with its pursuit of commercial general liability insurance coverage for more than 40 underlying lawsuits alleging silicosis-related injuries resulting from exposure to metals and dusts over several decades.
  • Representation of an automotive dealership in its pursuit of coverage under commercial crime policies for employee theft and embezzlement losses.
  • Representation of a medical device manufacturer and doctor in insurance recovery litigation concerning coverage for underlying class action and individual lawsuits.