Eugene Killian, Jr.

Eugene Killian, Jr. is an attorney whose practice includes insurance law, employment law, and complex commercial litigation. Over more than three decades, he has represented clients in significant legal disputes and has guided individuals and businesses through challenging matters. His work includes trial advocacy, dispute resolution, and helping clients pursue practical outcomes in high-stakes cases.

Gene obtained his Bachelor’s degree cum laude from the University of Chicago in 1982. He later earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Michigan in 1985. This educational background provided the foundation for a legal career focused on litigation, insurance coverage issues, commercial disputes, and employment-related matters. His academic training continues to support his detailed and analytical approach to legal representation.

Gene has served as trial counsel in several noteworthy cases that addressed important legal questions. His experience includes matters involving environmental insurance coverage, workplace harassment coverage disputes, and commercial loan enforcement issues. Throughout his career, he has handled complex cases that required careful legal strategy, thorough preparation, and effective advocacy on behalf of clients facing substantial business and legal challenges.

Gene also works with clients to resolve disputes outside the courtroom. He frequently serves as a Court-approved mediator, helping parties reach agreements in difficult matters. In addition, he has structured settlements involving insurance disputes and commercial contract disagreements. His experience allows him to evaluate risks, identify solutions, and assist parties in moving toward resolution when litigation may not be the preferred path.

Throughout his career, Eugene Killian, Jr. has helped clients address a wide range of legal concerns through litigation, mediation, and negotiated settlements. His background includes successful jury trial results involving environmental engineering malpractice and insurance coverage disputes related to significant property damage. Along with his legal practice, he remains active in professional organizations, including the New Jersey, New York, and American Bar Associations, reflecting his longstanding commitment to the legal profession.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, The Killian Firm, P.C.
• Senior Fellow & New Jersey Co-Chair, Litigation Counsel of America
• Former President, University of Chicago Club of New Jersey
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, New Jersey Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New Jersey
• New York

Education

• University of Michigan
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Chicago
  BA with Cum Laude

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