Heather Plunkett
About Heather Plunkett
Heather Plunkett serves as Claims Counsel at Old Republic Professional, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Juris Doctorate from Loyola University Chicago School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.
Work at Old Republic Professional
Heather Plunkett has served as Claims Counsel at Old Republic Professional since June 2019. In this role, she focuses on various aspects of insurance law, including insurance defense, insurance coverage, and appeals. Her position is based in Chicago, Illinois, where she utilizes her extensive legal background to address complex claims and provide counsel on insurance-related matters.
Education and Expertise
Heather Plunkett earned her Juris Doctorate from Loyola University Chicago School of Law, completing her studies from 2001 to 2004. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication with a concentration in Political Science from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, from 1996 to 2000. Additionally, she studied at the Loyola University Chicago Rome Center of Liberal Arts in Italy for 11 months in 1999, enhancing her educational experience with an international perspective.
Background
Heather Plunkett has over 15 years of experience in private practice at a Chicago law firm before joining Old Republic Professional. Her background includes a strong focus on insurance law, where she developed expertise in insurance defense and coverage issues. This extensive experience has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate complex legal challenges in her current role.
Professional Focus
In her current position as Claims Counsel, Heather Plunkett specializes in insurance defense, insurance coverage, and appeals. Her work involves analyzing claims, providing legal advice, and representing clients in various insurance-related disputes. This focus reflects her commitment to ensuring that clients receive informed and effective legal representation in the insurance sector.