Austin Life Insurance Lawyer
Christian Lassen, Esq. | Quoted in The Wall Street Journal | 25 Years Experience
In Austin, Texas’ dynamic capital known for its live music, cultural diversity, and progressive energy, families dealing with life insurance disputes often find themselves overwhelmed. Whether your claim has been denied, delayed, or caught up in a beneficiary conflict, The Lassen Law Firm is here to help. We represent clients throughout Austin and Travis County in life insurance disputes, including complex accidental death claims and interpleader lawsuits.
Attorney Christian Lassen, Esq. has more than 25 years of experience handling life insurance cases exclusively. With hundreds of millions recovered nationwide, our firm brings the legal strength and focus Austin families need when their rightful benefits are on the line.
Why Austin Families Choose The Lassen Law Firm
Life Insurance Only
We don’t take on car accidents or wills. This firm is 100% dedicated to life insurance law.
Nationwide Reach, Texas Experience
We handle cases in all 50 states, including ERISA-based group policy denials involving Austin employers.
You Work Directly with Christian Lassen
You won’t be passed off to case managers or junior lawyers. Attorney Lassen personally handles your claim from start to finish.
Recent Texas Case Highlights
$940,000 recovered in a beneficiary dispute where a former spouse and current partner both claimed the proceeds of a group life policy tied to a tech company in Austin.
$715,000 for a family denied an accidental death benefit following a suspected overdose. We proved the cause of death was accidental under Texas insurance law.
$635,000 from a lapsed policy denial involving late payment miscommunications. Our investigation showed the insurer failed to meet Texas grace period notice requirements.
Beneficiary Disputes and Interpleader Lawsuits in Austin
Austin is home to many blended families and nontraditional households. That means beneficiary conflicts are more common than many realize. If more than one party claims the same policy, or if the insurer is unsure who should receive the money, they often file an interpleader lawsuit and leave it to the court to decide.
Our firm handles these cases regularly and can represent you in disputes involving:
Outdated beneficiary designations
Divorce-related disputes under Texas Family Code §9.301
Claims involving alleged undue influence or lack of capacity
Missing or incomplete change-of-beneficiary forms
Conflicts between surviving spouses and adult children
ERISA-governed policies from large Austin employers
Whether your issue is part of a federal interpleader or state probate dispute, we have the litigation experience to fight for your rightful share of the policy.
Other Life Insurance Issues We Handle
AD&D Claim Denials
We challenge exclusions based on drug use, criminal conduct, or high-risk activity, especially when not clearly defined in the policy.
Lapsed Policy Denials
We evaluate whether notices were legally sufficient and if the insurer violated Texas Insurance Code requirements.
Alleged Misrepresentation on Applications
Minor health history discrepancies are often used unfairly to void coverage. We fight these denials with factual and legal evidence.
ERISA Group Life Denials
If your claim was denied under an employer-provided policy, we handle administrative appeals and federal litigation under strict ERISA guidelines.
Austin Areas We Serve
We assist clients across all neighborhoods and surrounding suburbs, including:
Downtown Austin
South Congress (SoCo)
Zilker
East Austin
Westlake
Mueller
Round Rock
Pflugerville
Cedar Park
Bee Cave
Lakeway
What to Expect From Our Firm
Free claim evaluation
No upfront fees
Personalized legal strategy
Transparent communication throughout the case
Aggressive litigation if insurers refuse to pay
No Fee Unless We Win
We work on contingency. That means you pay nothing unless we recover money for you.
Call The Lassen Law Firm at 800-330-2274 to speak directly with attorney Christian Lassen.
Written & Reviewed by Christian Lassen, Esq.
National Life Insurance Attorney | 25+ Years of Experience
Quoted in The Wall Street Journal (May 17, 2025)
Last reviewed: Jan 3, 2026
Texas Disclaimer (If advertising contingency fees) “Clients may be responsible for court costs and expenses of litigation. In Texas, contingent fees are not permitted in criminal cases.”
Our FAQ
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 800-330-2274 today!
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Failing to respond to the lawsuit promptly or trying to defend the case without legal representation.
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Each claimant must prove by a preponderance of evidence that they are entitled to the proceeds.
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Possibly. In some cases, courts award fees to prevailing claimants, especially if bad faith is proven.
Our Clients Speak Volumes
The Right Choice for Your Claim
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“My husband didn’t list a prior policy cancellation, and they used that to deny our claim. Lassen Law proved it was irrelevant and unrelated to the cause of death. We received the benefit without a prolonged legal battle.”- Daniel S.
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“They tried to deny my mom’s claim by referencing a vague exclusion clause. Christian quickly proved the exclusion didn’t apply. What seemed impossible at first became a closed case thanks to their persistence.”- Thomas E.
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“My mom died after a non-traditional medical procedure, and the insurer refused to pay. Lassen Law proved the treatment had nothing to do with the cause of death. They fought like it was their own family involved.”- Emily N.
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“They rejected our claim, saying the treatment my wife was undergoing wasn’t FDA-approved. The Lassen team got expert testimony and proved the procedure wasn’t the cause of death. That made all the difference.”- Anthony J.
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“I was told the life insurance policy had lapsed due to unpaid premiums. But Christian Lassen's team proved the company had failed to send proper notice. They fought back and got the policy reinstated retroactively. I’m incredibly grateful.”- James L.
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“They said my brother’s death during a jet ski accident wasn’t covered because it was a high-risk activity. Lassen Law Firm carefully reviewed the policy and forced the insurer to pay up. Their legal arguments were rock solid.”- Laura P.
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“The insurer said there was a misstatement in the application and flat-out denied the claim. I contacted the Lassen Law Firm, and they immediately launched a legal challenge. In the end, they got the full benefit paid without me even stepping into a courtroom.”- Karen D.
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“We were told the policy lapsed before my mother died. But we had receipts showing otherwise. Lassen Law Firm used them to force the company to honor the contract. They don’t mess around.”- David K.
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“They accused my husband of intentionally misleading the insurer about a health issue. I was devastated. The Lassen team gathered the medical history, showed it was an honest mistake, and forced a reversal of the denial.”- Maria G.
Why The Lassen Law Firm Is Different
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Proven National Results
With over two decades of exclusive focus on life insurance litigation, we’ve helped thousands of families recover wrongfully denied benefits. Our reputation for fast, strategic resolutions has made us a trusted national resource for complex claim disputes.
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Recognized ExpertisePerfect 10.0 Avvo rating endorsed by over 1,700 attorneys; life member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum; ranked among the top 1 percent of lawyers nationally for life insurance litigation.
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Client-First AdvocacyNo upfront fees: our contingency fee guarantee aligns our interests with yours; we provide personalized, compassionate representation from your initial consultation through resolution.
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Media & Community LeadershipQuoted in The Wall Street Journal and featured in leading legal publications; frequent speaker at national conferences; dedicated to charitable efforts supporting pediatric cancer care.
