February 24, 2025
February 24, 2025 – (West Palm Beach, FL) — Derrevere Stevens Black & Cozad (DSB&C) is proud to announce the creation of its Regional Executive Leadership Board for Business Development and Client Success, a new strategic initiative aimed at enhancing client relationships, driving business expansion and strengthening the firm’s presence in key markets. This board has been established to focus on high-level business development, ensuring that DSB&C remains a leader in providing elite legal services in the industry.
Strategic Vision and Impact
The establishment of the Regional Executive Leadership Board underscores DSB&C’s commitment to expanding its market presence, elevating client service and leading the industry with our forward-thinking approach. This new structure is designed to drive long-term partnerships, targeted business strategies and innovation in legal services.
“The formation of this new Board marks an exciting milestone for DSB&C,” said Michael B. Stevens, Managing Partner. “For over 30 years, we have grown strategically—expanding our client base, team and geographic reach through both organic referrals and intentional development. This Board will guide our continued growth in alignment with our culture and vision.”
This announcement comes during a period of a rapid increase in new clients for DSB&C, following its successful expansion from Florida into New England, New York, and New Jersey. The firm has its eyes on additional jurisdictions across the country including Virginia, Pennsylvania and Texas to name a few. With a strong foundation in insurance-related litigation and subrogation, the firm remains committed to delivering strategic, customizable data insights and results-driven legal solutions to its clients nationwide.
Newly Promoted Executive Regional Directors
The foundation of this initiative entails the designation of three Partners in DSB&C’s subrogation practice group who have been promoted to serve on the firm’s Executive Board. Robert Stern, Theodore “Teddy” Stevens, and Milana Amiel have all been promoted to Executive Director of Business Development and Client Success positions each leading a different geographic region. In this new role, each of the new Executive Directors will be dedicated to ensuring the success of the firm’s most complex and sensitive litigation and leveraging their years of experience in the industry to provide “white-glove service”.
Robert Stern – New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania Region (Subrogation)
Bringing decades of experience in insurance litigation, subrogation, and business development, Robert Stern has been promoted to Executive Regional Director of Business Development and Client Success for New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. A seasoned litigator and President of the Board for the National Association of Subrogation Professionals (NASP), Robert has built a reputation as a leader in shaping best practices and driving client success in the industry. He holds a Juris Doctorate from Boston University School of Law and has successfully investigated, mediated, and litigated thousands of subrogation claims, including numerous high-profile subrogation matters. His leadership in this new role will be crucial as DSB&C continues to strengthen its presence in these key markets.
Theodore “Teddy” Stevens – New England Region (Subrogation)
With a distinguished career in civil litigation, insurance defense, and commercial transactions, Theodore “Teddy” Stevens has been promoted to Executive Regional Director of Business Development and Client Success for New England. A Florida State University graduate, Teddy earned his Juris Doctorate from Florida Coastal School of Law, graduating cum laude. He brings extensive experience in subrogation recovery, construction defect litigation, and product liability. Having practiced in both Florida and New England, Teddy’s transition into this executive role allows him to focus on expanding the firm’s client relationships and market presence across the New England region.
Milana Amiel – Southeast Region (Subrogation)
A highly respected litigator and partner at DSB&C, Milana Amiel has been promoted to Executive Regional Director of Business Development and Client Success for the Southeast Region. With a strong background in insurance subrogation and product liability, Milana’s leadership will be instrumental in expanding the firm’s reach throughout this critical and growing market. Originally from the United Kingdom, Milana earned her Bachelor of Law from the University of Law in London before obtaining her Juris Doctorate from Florida Coastal School of Law, where she graduated cum laude. Now as a member of this Board, Milana will drive client development efforts and strengthen the firm’s presence in Florida and the broader Southeast region.
Please join us in congratulating Robert Stern, Theodore Stevens, and Milana Amiel on their well- earned promotions.
For media inquiries or further information, please contact: Sharon Eisenberger – 561.684.3222 / seisenberger@derreverelaw.com.