Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Professional Liability Insurance Solutions
Established in 1949, The Herbert H. Landy Insurance Agency has built a legacy as a trusted leader in Professional Liability and Errors & Omissions (E&O) Insurance. Our agency partners with top-tier, financially robust insurance companies to deliver tailored coverage solutions that meet the unique needs of professionals across diverse industries. With decades of specialized experience, we prioritize client-first service, innovative tools like online applications and Policy Manager Systems, and a commitment to simplifying the insurance process for both professionals and independent agents.Our team of experts, including founder Herbert H. Landy and President Betsy Magnuson, brings deep industry knowledge and a personalized approach to risk management. We maintain a nationwide network of independent insurance agents, enabling proactive support for professionals seeking reliable E&O or Professional Liability Insurance. Through continuous innovation and strategic carrier partnerships, we remain an industry leader in professional liability solutions while maintaining our founding principles of integrity and client advocacy.
Services
Accountants Insurance
Attorneys Insurance
Real Estate Appraisers Insurance
Property Managers Insurance
Cybercrime Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of specialized experience in professional liability insurance.
- Our nationwide network of independent agents ensures personalized, localized support.
- We offer innovative digital tools for streamlined policy management.
- We maintain partnerships with leading insurance carriers for optimal coverage options.
- Our team provides proactive risk management resources and dedicated client service.
Services
Accountants Insurance
Our Accountants Professional Liability Insurance protects accounting professionals against claims arising from financial reporting errors, tax preparation mistakes, or fiduciary responsibilities. The policy covers legal defense costs, disciplinary proceedings, and security breaches while offering risk management resources like legal hotlines and CPE webinars. Designed for individual practitioners and firms, this coverage adapts to evolving service offerings including investment advisory and notary services.
Attorneys Insurance
Lawyers Professional Liability insurance safeguards law firms against claims related to legal malpractice, title agent services, or pro bono work. Coverage includes defense costs outside policy limits, disciplinary proceedings, subpoena assistance, and security breach protection. Available for firms of all sizes and practice areas, it features flexible retention options and extended reporting periods, including lifetime coverage for qualified insureds.
Real Estate Insurance
Real Estate Errors & Omissions Insurance covers professionals against claims from property transactions, drone incidents, or open house accidents. Enhanced features include $500,000 fair housing discrimination coverage, public relations crisis expenses, and fraudulent fund transfer protection. The program offers competitive rates through Landy Express, with expanded coverage for disciplinary actions and security incidents.
Cybercrime Insurance
Our Cybercrime Insurance addresses data breach risks for professionals handling sensitive client information. Coverage includes notification costs, forensic investigations, and liability expenses from security breaches. Particularly valuable for law firms and accountants, this policy helps mitigate financial impacts of hacking, identity theft, and unauthorized data access while providing proactive risk management resources.
Property Managers Insurance
Property Managers Professional Liability Insurance protects against claims arising from property management services, including tenant disputes, maintenance failures, or lease agreement errors. The policy covers legal defense costs, disciplinary actions, and reputational damage while offering risk mitigation tools tailored to residential and commercial property managers through customized coverage options.
People
Herbert H. Landy
Founder and Chairman
Founder Herbert H. Landy established the agency in 1949 and built its reputation as a professional liability insurance leader. With CPCU designation, he pioneered specialized insurance solutions for professionals while maintaining strict underwriting standards that continue guiding the agency's operations today.
Betsy Magnuson
President and Director
President Betsy Magnuson leads the agency's strategic direction while maintaining its client-first philosophy. With decades of insurance industry experience, she oversees product development and carrier partnerships that deliver innovative professional liability solutions tailored to evolving market needs.
Questions
What types of professionals does Landy Insurance cover?
We provide coverage for accountants, attorneys, real estate appraisers, property managers, tax preparers, bookkeepers, and other service professionals nationwide.
Can I apply for insurance online?
Yes, qualified applicants can use Landy Express to apply, quote, and bind coverage online for select professional liability policies in minutes.
What risk management resources are available?
We offer legal hotlines, pre-claims assistance, CPE webinars, risk management guides, and specialized programs to help professionals mitigate liability risks.
Do you offer multi-year policy options?
Yes, we provide two-year policy options for select coverages, allowing clients to lock in rates and maintain consistent protection.
How do you support independent insurance agents?
We provide dedicated resources through our Producer Resource Center, including policy management tools, training materials, and streamlined application processes for agent partners.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept payments via PayPal, including credit/debit card transactions without requiring a PayPal account for guest checkout.
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