About Markel
Markel Group Inc. is a publicly traded company headquartered at 4521 Highwoods Parkway, Glen Allen, Virginia. Its insurance operations focus on specialty risks in the United States, Bermuda and international markets, including the Lloyd's market through Syndicate 3000.
Products
In the U.S., Markel writes non-admitted (excess and surplus) property and casualty lines, professional and management liability, workers' compensation and commercial package policies, and coverage for small businesses. Its specialty personal lines include motorcycle, boat, ATV, snowmobile, bicycle and special event insurance, plus horse and farm products.
Financial strength
As of September 15, 2026, Evanston Insurance Company was rated A+ by S&P, A (Excellent) by AM Best and A2 by Moody's.
Contact
Corporate office: +1 800-446-6671. Motorcycle, boat, ATV and special event: 800-236-2453. Horse and farm: 800-842-5017. Workers' compensation and commercial package: 888-500-3344. Other specialty commercial and small business products: 888-642-4968. See our professional liability page.