Appellate Law
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 4
Contact number
+1 202 942 5000Chambers Review
Arnold & Porter's highly respected appellate group is well placed to represent clients in a wide range of commercial and public interest cases. It draws upon the firm's wider expertise across an array of practice areas to offer an integrated appellate service with expertise in areas such as intellectual property, First Amendment disputes and Native American law.
Work Highlights
- Arnold & Porter represented Billy Raymond Counterman in the Supreme Court case Counterman v Colorado, a case that established the standards by which a statement is a "true threat" unprotected by the First Amendment.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They did an excellent job of not only gathering a full understanding of the factual record and legal issues in very short order, but also how to package our arguments in a concise and easily understandable manner."
"The firm handles highly complex and sophisticated work and has done an outstanding job."
"They did an excellent job of not only gathering a full understanding of the factual record and legal issues in very short order, but also how to package our arguments in a concise and easily understandable manner."
"The firm handles highly complex and sophisticated work and has done an outstanding job."
Notable Practitioners
John Elwood is a veteran appellate lawyer with a wealth of experience in complex and impactful disputes work, handling appeals across subject areas including environmental law, labor and employment matters, government contracts and criminal law.
"John Elwood is an outstanding appellate lawyer. He is very sharp and very good."
"He is just fantastic. He's always up to speed on what is most current."
Allon Kedem is recognized for his extensive experience in litigation before all levels of court. He has expertise in procurement and criminal law litigation.
"He provides a really consistent and clear voice on risk. He is a phenomenal advocate; he is super persuasive and creative."
Andrew Tutt is a counsel with a fast-rising reputation for his credentials in appellate litigation, having argued two cases before the Supreme Court.
Ranked Lawyers at
Arnold & Porter
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