W. R. Berkley Corporation
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Berkley Underwriters Canada, Ltd.

Michael McLachlan

President

Michael McLachlan

Michael McLachlan has over 30 years experience in the insurance industry, working for large international and local Canadian specialty underwriters.

Officers

Michael McLachlan

President

Gerry Wolfe

Senior Vice President
Casualty Operations

Greg Shields

Senior Vice President
Professional Lines

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Berkley Underwriters Canada, Ltd.

Berkley Underwriters Canada, Ltd. offers a wide range of specialty casualty commercial insurance products in Canada.

Our Mission

Our goal is to be recognized as a market leader in specialty casualty insurance in Canada by providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to the independent broker community. We rely on professionalism, integrity and exceptional service to differentiate ourselves in the market.

Company Description

Berkley Underwriters Canada was formed in October 2008 to underwrite solely on behalf of the Canadian Branch of Berkley Insurance Company. Our product lines include:

  • Commercial General Liability
  • Umbrella and Excess Liability
  • Professional Excess Liability
  • Life Sciences Liability
  • Liability for Technology Companies
  • Other Specialty Casualty Lines

How Berkley Underwriters Canada is Different

Our goal to provide responsive service, creative solutions and strong financial security through our vast industry knowledge and the diverse talents of our people will quickly define Berkley Underwriters Canada, Ltd. as a market leader.

ResponsiveWe offer a strong committment to our customers to provide a quick and comprehensive service in all areas from insurance quotes and policy issuance to claim services. We do so by leveraging current technology to accelerate the pace of business and by the dedication of all our professionals and support staff to produce a timely response without compromising quality and reliability.

CreativeWe offer a broad portfolio of risk products tailored to meet the needs of our customers. Our team of experienced underwriters has the proven ability to manage emerging and complex risks and works in partnership with our customers to find solutions for their clients. Our strong relationships with the independent broker community will allow us to introduce new ideas and promote the quality of our products in the market.

SecureBerkley Underwriters Canada provides its insureds with access to the resources of a major global corporation combined with the personalized service of a local company. We are a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, recognized as one of the most respected names in the property casualty insurance business.

About W. R. Berkley Corporation

W. R. Berkley Corporation, founded in 1967, is one of the nation's premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers. Each of the operating units in the Berkley group participates in a niche market requiring specialized knowledge about a territory or product. Our competitive advantage lies in our long-term strategy of decentralized operations, allowing each of our units to identify and respond quickly and effectively to changing market conditions and local customer needs. This decentralized structure provides financial accountability and incentives to local management and enables us to attract and retain the highest caliber professionals. We have the expertise and resources to utilize our strengths in the present environment, and the flexibility to anticipate, innovate and respond to whatever opportunities and challenges the future may hold.

Contact Information

Berkley Underwriters Canada, Ltd.
First Canadian Place
100 King Street West
Suite 2610
Toronto, ON M5X 1E4
Tel: (416) 304-1178
Fax: (416) 304-4108

www.berkleycanada.com
info@berkleycanada.com

Financial Highlights

Berkley Underwriters Canada, Ltd. is a Canadian underwriting manager specializing in Commercial Casualty and Professional Liability insurance written on behalf of Berkley Insurance Company.

Berkley Insurance Company

A.M. Best Rating
A+ (Superior)

Financial Size Category
XV

Standard & Poor’s Rating
A+ (Strong)

Financial Data
(Dollars in Millions)
(Statutory Basis)

as of December 31
2007
 
Total Assets
Policyholders’ Surplus
2007 Written Premiums
$7,015
$2,210
$1,525