Markel Corporation is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, and investment operations around the world. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia and founded in 1930, Markel reports its ongoing underwriting operations in three segments, and products originate from four insurance divisions and one reinsurance division. Through Markel Ventures, they allocate capital to invest in opportunities outside of insurance.
Employee and the Company mutually consent to the resolution by arbitration of any and all claims or controversies arising between them, and mutually agree that such arbitration shall be in accordance with the then-current Model Employment Arbitration Procedures of the American Arbitration Association before an arbitrator who is licensed to practice law. It is the intention of the parties that this Agreement shall be enforceable under the Federal Arbitration Act, applicable state law equivalent, and at common law. The parties agree that any arbitration will be held in Henrico County, Virginia. The prevailing party in arbitration may be awarded attorneys’ fees by the arbitrator. -Paul Williams Separation Agreement (2010)