Christian Lassen is one of the nation’s leading life insurance attorneys and founder of The Lassen Law Firm, a powerhouse litigation firm focused exclusively on life insurance disputes. With 25 years of experience and hundreds of millions of dollars recovered, he is the go-to authority for policyholders and beneficiaries nationwide.
Mr. Lassen represents clients in all 50 states, handling complex life insurance disputes including denied claims, delayed payouts, beneficiary contests, policy lapse issues, accidental death denials, ERISA group claims, interpleader actions, military policy litigation (FEGLI, SGLI, VGLI, TSGLI), and allegations of fraud or misrepresentation. His practice is laser-focused on one goal: forcing life insurance companies to pay what they owe.
He was quoted in The Wall Street Journal on May 17, 2025, for his insight into life insurance payout delays, reinforcing his national reputation as a trusted leader in this field. He maintains a perfect 10.0 “Superb” rating on Avvo with over 1,700 peer endorsements and is a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an honor awarded to fewer than 1% of U.S. attorneys.
Mr. Lassen does not waste time with adjusters. He crafts powerful legal briefs and delivers them directly to insurers’ legal departments where real decisions are made. This aggressive, no-nonsense approach consistently results in swift and favorable outcomes. He personally manages every case and is known for his accessibility, responsiveness, and relentless pursuit of justice.
Licensed in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York, Mr. Lassen handles life insurance cases nationwide. If your claim has been denied, delayed, or contested, Christian Lassen is the attorney who gets results.
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- Q. cell insurance doesnt have my phone, gave me option of upgraded model but says my deduct will go up by 125.00 can they
- A: We would have to review the policy in order to provide meaningful answers
- Q. our truck was wrecked.we had uninssured motorist.our insurance says they changed it(per our request)we did not.what can
- A: Best bet is to see it in writing with your own eyes as mentioned
- Q. Is it legal for an employer to only give 24 hour health insurance paperwork turnaround time? We had no time to look
- A: You can complain to the HR Department
How long does life insurance claim take? Delayed or Denied Life Insurance Claim?
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Denied ERISA Life Insurance Claim? Here’s What You Need to Know
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Was life insurance in force when they died?
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Got a Life Insurance Interpleader Lawsuit?
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Denied life insurance claim material misrepresentation
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Life insurance claim denied missed payment
Many life insurance claims are denied because of a missed payment. But a missed premium doesn’t always mean the policy lapsed. There are grace periods. There are notice requirements. And...
Denied FEGLI Life Insurance Claim Help
FEGLI claims for federal employees are often denied due to outdated forms or bureaucratic mistakes. The Lassen Law Firm knows how to fight federal life insurance denials. Call 800-330-2274 or...
Denied life insurance claim alcohol
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Accidental Death And DIsmemberment Claim Denial
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Life insurance claim denied suicide
Many policies contain a suicide clause, which allows insurers to deny a claim if the death occurs within two years of the policy being issued. But after that two-year window,...
Denied Employer Life Insurance Claim Help
Employer-provided life insurance is governed by strict ERISA rules. If your claim was denied, the appeals process can be complex. The Lassen Law Firm handles ERISA life insurance claims nationwide....
Life insurance claim delayed death certificate
Sometimes insurers delay paying a life insurance claim because the death certificate is incomplete or under investigation. But these delays can drag on for months especially if the cause of...
Can extreme sports void a life insurance claim?
Deaths from skydiving, scuba diving, racing, and other extreme sports may fall under “inherently dangerous activities” exclusions. Every detail matters when challenging these denials. Call 1-800-330-2274 or visit LifeInsuranceAttorney.com to...
Denied life insurance claim lawyer
If the life insurance company is ignoring your claim, you’re not alone. Delays are a common tactic, especially when the company is looking for a reason not to pay. Once...