CNA general counsel to retire after 23 years

US-based CNA, a commercial insurance provider, has announced that its executive vice president, general counsel and secretary Jonathan Kantor is set to retire after 23 years at the company.

Kantor's retirement is effective from July 7. The company said it is on the look out for his replacement.

In his role as general counsel, Kantor has been responsible for overseeing all of the company's legal and governmental affairs. He has also been a member of its executive leadership team, which is responsible for strategy, results and oversight for all business units of CNA.

"I want to thank Jon for his leadership and congratulate him on his retirement," said Dino Robusto, chairman and CEO of CNA. "Jon has made innumerable contributions to CNA and has been a trusted strategic advisor and counselor to management and the Board.

"His acumen, passion for law and his willingness to face tough challenges has led to the successful defense of the organisation and a transformative approach to litigation in our industry. We thank Jon for his leadership in the organisation and wish him and his family our very best."

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