Litigation: Appellate
USA Guide 2024 : Alabama
Band 2
Contact number
+1 205 251 3000Chambers Review
Burr & Forman LLP possesses a distinguished litigation practice which excels in regional and national mass torts, alongside considerable expertise in consumer finance, personal injury and insurance coverage disputes. It demonstrates excellent credentials in litigation arising from highly regulated sectors, regularly acting for a range of household names in the financial services, energy, manufacturing and healthcare fields. The law firm offers considerable experience defending against class actions, challenging certification and alternative dispute resolution.
Work Highlights
- Burr & Forman LLP successfully represented Citigroup and CitiFinancial Mortgage in a state RICO claim, valued at over $800 million, achieving complete defense verdict following a three-and-a-half week trial.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"It's an outstanding law firm focused on results. They are always available, know our business well and factor that into their advice on a matter."
"They make you feel like you are dealing with a boutique firm inside of a powerhouse law firm. That demonstrates the level of talent and management they possess."
"Burr & Forman has extensive depth and breadth."
"It's an outstanding law firm focused on results. They are always available, know our business well and factor that into their advice on a matter."
"They make you feel like you are dealing with a boutique firm inside of a powerhouse law firm. That demonstrates the level of talent and management they possess."
"Burr & Forman has extensive depth and breadth."
Notable Practitioners
Paul Cavender is well known for his work representing clients in the manufacturing sector in high-value mesothelioma and other asbestos-related claims. He also defends companies against toxic torts and class actions.
Forrest Latta has considerable experience handling appeals relating to trade secrets disputes and insurance claims. He leads Burr & Forman LLP's appellate team.
Rik Tozzi is highly regarded for his skilled representation of healthcare and financial services clients. He handles both individual litigation and class actions, as well as government investigations.
"He's very strategic and knows our business. I trust his judgment on nuanced issues."
Victor Hayslip regularly works with big-name corporations on a range of disputes. He often handles IP and trade secrets cases.
"Victor has an outstanding track record of performance and high standards for excellence and ethics. I have absolute confidence in his ability as a highly professional and experienced attorney."
"He's a great litigator who has a great business mind. He knows when to compromise and when to knuckle down in a position. He is a great adviser too, giving a voice of reason you can use in making decisions."
"Victor is very quick to conceive risk and what is in the best interest of my company. He's a valued partner."
Ranked Lawyers at
Burr & Forman LLP
Alabama