Kristen S. Kris Cross
Commercial Litigation
Commercial Litigation
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Kris Cross is a shareholder in Dentons Sirote’s Birmingham, Alabama office, where she is a member of the Litigation practice group. With over 20 years of general litigation experience at Dentons Sirote, formerly Sirote & Permutt, PC, Kris focuses on defending insurance companies in the area of life, disability, and ERISA litigation. Her work for insurers has included not only benefits litigation but also defensive litigation where insureds claim fraud in the marketing and sale of insurance products. Kris also represents insurance brokers and IMOs in various types of disputes. Additionally, Kris is experienced in handling appeals in both state and federal courts. Kris Cross is a shareholder in Dentons Sirote’s Birmingham, Alabama office, where she is a member of the Litigation practice group. With over 20 years of general litigation experience at Dentons Sirote, formerly Sirote & Permutt, PC, Kris focuses on defending insurance companies in the area of life, disability, and ERISA litigation. Her work for insurers has included not only benefits litigation but also defensive litigation where insureds claim fraud in the marketing and sale of insurance products. Kris also represents insurance brokers and IMOs in various types of disputes. Additionally, Kris is experienced in handling appeals in both state and federal courts. Kris Cross is a shareholder in Dentons Sirote’s Birmingham, Alabama office, where she is a member of the Litigation practice group. With over 20 years of general litigation experience at Dentons Sirote, formerly Sirote & Permutt, PC, Kris focuses on defending insurance companies in the area of life, disability, and ERISA litigation. Her work for insurers has included not only benefits litigation but also defensive litigation where insureds claim fraud in the marketing and sale of insurance products. Kris also represents insurance brokers and IMOs in various types of disputes. Additionally, Kris is experienced in handling appeals in both state and federal courts.
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021
Steven Nguyen
When our company faced a high-stakes contractual dispute with a supplier that threatened to derail operations, we turned to Kris Cross at Dentons Sirote. Her 26 years of general litigation experience, particularly in commercial matters, was immediately evident. Ms. Cross possesses a rare combination of deep legal acumen and practical business sense. She meticulously deconstructed the opposing party's claims, developed a compelling strategy, and guided us through every step with clarity and unwavering professionalism. Her recognition in areas like commercial litigation and insurance law is well-deserved, as her strategic foresight in our case was impeccable. The result was a highly favorable settlement achieved without the need for a protracted court battle, saving us significant time and resources. We are profoundly grateful for her exceptional service and would recommend her without reservation to any business navigating complex legal challenges.