WR Berkley unveils new executive appointments

Property/casualty insurer WR Berkley Corporation has appointed John Littzi as senior vice president - deputy general counsel and Neil Keenan as vice president – senior counsel.

Littzi joined WR Berkley in 2011 and since 2013 has served as vice president – senior counsel. More recently, he has broadened his role within the legal department and expanded his engagement with our operating units, working on a variety of transactional and litigation matters, underwriting concerns and regulatory issues. Previously, he was an associate at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom.

Keenan joined WR Berkley in 2014 and since 2018 has served as assistant vice president – counsel. Over the past two years, he has worked on a diverse group of projects, involving corporate transactions, employment and litigation matters, underwriting concerns and regulatory issues. Previously, he was an associate at Willkie Farr & Gallagher.

W. Robert Berkley, president and chief executive officer, said: “Through their individual achievements, extremely hard work and singular dedication, John and Neil have each made meaningful contributions to the success of our enterprise. We congratulate them on their promotions and look forward to continuing to work together for many years to come.”