MagMutual Names Stephanie A. Sheps as Chief Defense Officer to Lead MyDefense

ATLANTA, January 15, 2026 – MagMutual Insurance Company, a leading provider of medical professional liability insurance, has appointed Stephanie A. Sheps, Esq. as Chief Defense Officer. Sheps will oversee MyDefense, MagMutual’s liability defense organization. 

Launched in November 2025, MyDefense by MagMutual™, represents a new standard in malpractice defense that integrates legal, analytical and emotional support.

“Stephanie’s expertise and vision will be pivotal in advancing MagMutual’s mission to redefine the way we protect our policyholders,” said Neil Morrell, CEO of MagMutual. “Her leadership reflects our ongoing commitment to ensuring MyDefense is the premier resource for healthcare providers undergoing a claim or a lawsuit.”

Sheps brings over 25 years of experience in claims strategy and professional liability. She previously served as Vice President of Bermuda Claims Group at Allied World Assurance Company, where she oversaw high-exposure claims in the Bermuda market. She also held several leadership roles at Coverys, managing claims strategy and execution across national and international markets. 

“I’m excited to lead this team and build on MagMutual’s strong legacy of protecting healthcare providers,” said Sheps.

About MagMutual 
For more than four decades, MagMutual has been a leading provider of medical professional liability insurance. Today, the company is the largest mutual medical professional liability carrier in the U.S., delivering healthcare liability insurance coverage to more than 40,000 healthcare providers and organizations nationwide¹ MagMutual offers customized advice, claims support and financial benefits that result in improved outcomes and stronger policyholders.

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¹ Market position based on S&P Global Market Intelligence 2024 year-end financial filings. Dividends and Owners Circle allocations are declared at the discretion of the MagMutual Board of Directors and are subject to eligibility requirements.