White and Williams Subro Sessions

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White and Williams Subro Sessions provides insights into the world of subrogation. You'll hear from various lawyers in our subrogation department discussing the latest legal updates, news and trends as well as strategies for litigation, mediation and recovery. This podcast should not be construed as legal advice or legal opinion on any specific facts or circumstances. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. The contents are intended for general informational purposes only, and you are urged to consult a lawyer concerning your own situation with any specific legal question you may have.

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November 12, 2026Episode 3614 min

Getting to Know Subro, Meet Alex Voorhees

White and Williams LLP has one of the longest standing Subrogation Practices in the nation. In "Getting to Know Subro," a series from the Subro Sessions podcast hosted by Partner Lian Skaf, listeners get to know the attorneys behind the practice. In this episode, meet Alex Voorhees, Associate, who shares his journey at the Firm to a career as a subrogation attorney, beginning as a law clerk while attending Temple University. The conversation covers everything from the Broad Street Run and having a last name popular among horror movie fans, his family's connection to a renowned soccer program in Southern New Jersey, and an experience in arguing a motion over Zoom.

October 13, 2026Episode 4013 min

Common Roadblocks for New Subrogation Professionals: Late Referrals

In this episode of Subro Sessions, titled "Common Roadblocks for New Subrogation Professionals: Late Referrals," associates Aditya Shukla and Zachariah Sigda discuss practical strategies for moving subrogation investigations forward when key evidence is missing, the loss scene is compromised, or claim contacts have gone silent. Drawing on real-world fire and water loss claims, they share creative ways to uncover information, identify potential sources of liability, and keep recovery efforts on track despite a late start. Tune in for actionable tips that can help subrogation professionals maximize recovery opportunities when a file arrives behind the curve.

July 21, 2026Episode 3920 min

Top 5: Things We Would Like to See Our Experts Do at a Joint Site Inspection

In the latest episode of Subro Sessions, Matt Ferrie, Gus Sara and Lian Skaf, Partners in the Subrogation Practice Group, continue their new "Top 5" series with their top five best practices for "Things We Would Like to See Our Experts Do at a Joint Site Inspection." The episode highlights the importance of providing concise summaries before processing a scene, sharing vetted facts, maintaining professionalism when adverse parties are present and fostering effective communication throughout the inspection process. Subrogation professionals will gain practical insights that can help experts and legal teams work more effectively together, preserve critical evidence and support stronger recovery outcomes.

June 25, 2026Episode 3818 min

Subro Sessions Top 5: Things We Would Like to See from Experts at the Initial Site Inspection

In the latest episode of Subro Sessions, Matt Ferrie, Gus Sara and Lian Skaf, Partners in the Subrogation Practice Group, debut a new series for the podcast, called "Top 5." This episode features their top five best practices for Things We Would Like to See from Experts at the Initial Site Inspection. The episode covers fire scene investigations, communications, methodologies, professionalism and effective collaboration with legal teams. Subrogation professionals will hear practical insights that can help investigators strengthen their scene inspections and support stronger outcomes.

May 26, 2026Episode 3714 min

Getting to Know Subro: Meet Marcia Richards, Counsel, White and Williams Subrogation Department

The latest episode of Subro Sessions' "Getting to Know Subro" series, hosted by Partner Lian Skaf, features Marcia Richards, Counsel in the White and Williams Subrogation Department. Originally from England, Marcia brings a global perspective to her practice. In the episode, they discuss her journey into the #subrogation field—from starting as a paralegal to serving as a law clerk to the former Chair of the Subrogation Department—while attending law school as an evening student. She also shares her experiences serving on two committees at the firm today.

March 31, 2026Episode 3622 min

What an Expert Wants, What an Expert Needs - Part 2

Matt Ferrie, Partner in the Subrogation Practice Group, hosts this Subro Sessions episode, "What an Expert Wants, What an Expert Needs," featuring guest J. Pablo Ross, an engineer and fire origin-and-cause investigator with Ross Engineers. In part two of this two-part series, Matt and Pablo explore the essential elements of drafting comprehensive investigative reports and final reports and highlight proven strategies subrogation attorneys can use to prepare experts for deposition testimony.

February 10, 2026Episode 3522 min

What an Expert Wants, What an Expert Needs

Matt Ferrie, Partner in the Subrogation Practice Group, hosts this Subro Sessions episode, "What an Expert Wants, What an Expert Needs," featuring guest J. Pablo Ross, an engineer and fire origin-and-cause investigator with Ross Engineers. In this part one of a two-part series, Matt and Pablo discuss best practices in expert retention and the essential steps subrogation attorneys can take to support effective and successful investigations—from the initial assignment through interactions with insureds and witnesses and the coordination of joint site inspections.

December 2, 2025Episode 3418 min

Getting to Know Subro: Meet Matt Ferrie, Partner in the White and Williams Subrogation Department

In the most recent episode of Subro Sessions, "Getting to Know Subro" series, Lian Skaf, Partner and host, interviews Matt Ferrie, Partner, who shares tales from his early career and transition to the Subrogation Department at White and Williams LLP. In addition to offering advice along the way to those interested in pursuing the field, Matt also tells stories about his training in boxing and passing on the love of the sport to his family.

October 9, 2025Episode 3326 min

Measuring Property Damages: What Every Subrogator Should Know

This episode of the Subro Sessions podcast, hosted by David Huberman, Partner, covers the legal measure of property damages to real and personal property, including the legal framework for measuring and proving property damages, diminution in value versus cost of repair, evidentiary requirements and experts, and practical tips and suggestions for subrogation professionals when analyzing the recoverability of property damages.

August 26, 2025Episode 4212 min

Pursuing a Spread Theory

This episode of the Subro Sessions podcast, "Pursuing a Spread Theory," is hosted by Ron Pingitore, Partner, and Ryan Bennett, Associate. This episode discusses the topic of the applicability of pursuing a spread theory when dealing with a fire loss in subrogation claims. While pursuing a spread theory is more complicated due to added layers of investigation and discovery, it could be the second bite at the apple for recovery.