Christiane Sinclair
Christiane Sinclair
Senior Counsel
(Admitted only in California)
She/Her
"Drawing on my extensive experience, I am able to quickly and thoroughly analyze my clients’ insurance coverage issues and identify the best strategies to move forward."

Christiane Sinclair
Senior Counsel
(Admitted only in California)
She/Her
"Drawing on my extensive experience, I am able to quickly and thoroughly analyze my clients’ insurance coverage issues and identify the best strategies to move forward."
About Christy
With over two decades of experience in insurance law, Christy focuses on general coverage, regulation and compliance, and bad-faith litigation, particularly under auto, homeowners, and commercial policies. She also defends insurance companies in Department of Insurance inquiries and proceedings. Additionally, Christy has extensive experience in complex commercial litigation, including construction, toxic tort, and mold disputes.
Outside of litigation, Christy advises insurers on claims handling, fraud investigations, roadside assistance, and training compliance. She also counsels insurers on drafting policy provisions, procedures, and standardized letters to ensure regulatory adherence.
Areas of Focus
Credentials
Education
- Santa Clara University School of Law, JD, 1998
- University of California – Davis, BS, 1995
Bar Admissions
California*
*Only admitted in California
Court Admissions
- US District Court for the Northern District of California
Thought Leadership
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Interests
Did you know...
Christy’s love for Italy is such that if Hinshaw ever opens an office there, Christy will be the first to make the move!
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