Anne Blume

Biography

Anne’s experience of practicing law for 27 years provides a strong foundation for her current role as CEO of the CLM. Combining her passion for continuing education and bringing together industry professionals, Anne is focused on furthering the CLM’s mission of educating claims and litigation management professionals. Joining CLM at a pivotal time with the infusion of energy generated by the affiliation with The Institutes and the related transformation of the CLM into a non-profit organization, Anne is focused on the growth and renewal of the CLM. She believes that everyone involved in the CLM – staff, membership, advisory board, and sponsors – has an important role that will contribute to the evolution of the organization. As the CLM strives to be forward-thinking and prepared to meet the needs of the industry, both today and into the future, Anne is focused on fostering a collaborative environment that benefits all constituencies.

Anne was previously the Managing Partner of the Chicago office of Cozen O'Connor where she practiced in the areas of professional liability and insurance coverage. In that role, she represented architects, structural, civil, mechanical and electrical engineers, lawyers and land surveyors. In addition to representation in traditional litigation, Anne has appeared in a variety of alternative dispute formats including arbitration and mediation. She also provided general corporate counseling to design professionals related to contract negotiations, risk management, insurance procurement and coverage, fee disputes and employment issues.

Education

• High School (or equivalent)
• Michigan State University, Bachelor’s Degree
• John Marshall Law School, Juris Doctor

Admissions/Licenses

• Bar Admissions: FL, IL