ACE Limited (NYSE: ACE) today announced the appointment of Frank Lattal to the position of Chief Claims Officer. In his new role, Mr. Lattal will oversee all aspects of claims management and administration for the ACE Group of Companies worldwide through its network of claims officers. He will report directly to President and Chief Operating Officer of ACE Limited Evan Greenberg.
"As we continue our rapid growth and our operations become more diverse and complex, there is an increasing need for stronger management oversight and coordination of our claims organization," said Mr. Greenberg. "Excellence in claims management and adjudication is the most basic service our clients expect from us. I am sure that Frank will provide leadership and direction, and along with our strong global claims management team, continue our tradition of excellent claims management."
Mr. Lattal has over 20 years of legal and claims experience. Following his 14 years in private practice representing insurers and insureds, he joined ACE in the end of 1998. In 2000, he was named Senior Vice President, Claims, and, in January of 2002, was appointed General Counsel for ACE Bermuda.
Mr. Lattal is admitted to practice law in both New York and New Jersey. He holds a bachelor of science degree in accounting from Bucknell University in Pennsylvania, received his law degree from Valparaiso University School of Law in Indiana, and holds a master’s degree in environmental studies from Montclair State University in New Jersey.
The ACE Group of Companies provides insurance and reinsurance for a diverse group of clients. ACE Group conducts its business on a global basis, with operating subsidiaries in nearly 50 countries. Additional information can be found at: www.acelimited.com .