Dispute Resolution Lawyers

Our extensive litigation experience encompasses domestic and international deal litigation, corporate governance issues, white collar and regulatory defense, commercial litigation, bankruptcy litigation, complicated settlements, appeals, and arbitration. We are happy that our partners have received accolades such as “great courtroom performer” and “one of the top counsel of his generation” from clients and peers.

Our reputation is founded on successfully litigating and resolving disputes where a company’s continued existence is at stake or an individual’s asset class at risk. We are called upon to play a pivotal role in high-stakes, high-profile situations that have far-reaching ramifications for our clients. We also help our clients with sensitive internal and legal investigations. Furthermore, our litigators participate in considerable pro bono work at both the trial and appellate court levels, publish and lecture on topics of expertise, and teach at the nation’s leading law schools.

We address each situation with intensity, thoroughness, and innovation, and we form teams that are appropriate for the conditions. We address our customers’ legal difficulties through the lens of their bigger strategic, corporate, and financial objectives. We specialize on issues that necessitate careful attention, proven experience, and a high level of knowledge.

We handle all stages of litigation, from pre-suit counseling and investigations to trials and appeals. Engagements performed by the Firm receive the direct personal attention of partners with appropriate expertise at all times. Our approach is to get the best potential result for the client as soon as feasible. We often go to trial and win in front of judges, arbitrators, and juries. Nevertheless, we also understand when it is appropriate to settle, and we have arranged some of the largest and most complicated litigation settlements to date.

We are well-known for setting precedents in transactional and corporate governance disputes. In recent years, our litigators have led the charge against appraisal arbitrage lawsuits, earning appraisal post-trial victory. We have been thought leaders in the development of novel corporate litigation advances.

Our team has considerable experience in hostile takeovers, proxy challenges, and shareholder agitation. We understand the complexities of these types of issues, as well as the potential consequences for a firm and its stakeholders. From pre-merger due diligence to post-closing integration, our attorneys collaborate closely with clients to provide comprehensive legal assistance at every stage of the process. We have a proven track record of effectively resolving these types of issues, including achieving favorable settlements and trial verdicts. Our approach to takeover and merger litigation is based on a thorough understanding of corporate governance law, allowing us to give our clients with creative and effective answers to their most difficult legal issues.

Our approach to complex commercial litigation also exemplifies our focus on fresh thinking and creative solutions and the fact that we are called upon to handle some of the nation’s biggest and most complex cases.

In complex commercial litigation, our team of experienced lawyers brings a diverse set of skills and knowledge to the table. We understand that every case is unique and requires a tailored approach, which is why we take the time to thoroughly analyze the facts and legal issues involved. Our attorneys have extensive experience in all aspects of complex commercial litigation, including antitrust, securities fraud, intellectual property disputes, and contract disputes. We work closely with our clients to develop a comprehensive strategy that not only addresses their immediate legal needs but also takes into account their long-term business objectives. Our ultimate goal is to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients, whether through settlement negotiations, alternative dispute resolution methods, or aggressive trial advocacy.

We have a long and successful record representing major parties in litigation relating to bankruptcy cases and other debt-related issues. We have represented major companies in the successful defense of actions brought by bankruptcy trustees and creditors. We also represent companies in defending litigation and default claims by activist debtholders.

In addition to our extensive experience in bankruptcy litigation, our team has significant expertise in restructuring litigation. We understand the complex issues that arise in distressed situations and work closely with our clients to develop effective strategies to navigate these challenging waters. Our attorneys have successfully represented companies in a wide range of restructuring matters, including out-of-court restructurings.

We also have experience representing lenders, investors, and other stakeholders in these types of transactions, providing them with the counsel they need to protect their interests and achieve their goals. Our team’s knowledge of bankruptcy law and restructuring strategies allows us to provide our clients with innovative solutions and practical advice, helping them to emerge from challenging situations stronger and more competitive than before.

We have an active pro bono litigation practice. Our lawyers are encouraged to take on pro bono matters with the full support of the Firm and many take advantage of this opportunity. We file amicus briefs on significant legal issues on behalf of business groups and others. We represented the Applicants in Re: Application for leave to intervene as Amicus Curiae by Prof. Oloka Onyango & 8 Ors (Civil Application 2 of 2016) in historic and successful litigation over the admission of such applications. The decision set a progressive precedent for the admission of Amicus Applications, and clarified several issues, including the questions of bias, the expertise of the intended ‘friends’, and the place of the public in such an application.