Litigation: General Commercial
USA Guide 2024 : Pennsylvania: Philadelphia & Surrounds
Band 2
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Provided by Duane Morris LLP
Duane Morris boasts several hundred trial lawyers across its entire global footprint. We are highly-sought after for complex, bet-the-company, and large exposure cases requiring deep understanding of a client’s industry and specific business objectives. We work hand in hand with our clients to fully evaluate appropriate strategies and tactics, balanced against each client’s priorities and strategic imperatives. In any scenario, we offer experienced perspectives on approaching trial or other forms of dispute resolution. When litigation is required, we offer comprehensive services across dozens of focused groups, including securities, antitrust, class action, commercial, products liability, white collar, construction, technology, financial, franchise, healthcare, insurance and other categories of litigation, with an interdisciplinary, cross-office approach to best serve our clients. We also serve our clients with a team of focused appellate practitioners who bring unique perspectives and strategies to help clients at earlier stages of litigation as well as during appeal. We represent clients in arbitrations, mediations and other forms of ADR and also serve as third-party neutrals, mediators and arbitrators. Duane Morris is rated as one of a handful of firms for its reputation as “among the opponents most feared in litigation.”
Chambers Review
Duane Morris' Philadelphia office offers a broad litigation team with extensive experience representing clients in class actions before state and federal courts. Renowned for its prowess in securities and white-collar crime cases and also noted for its strengths across IP, product liability and antitrust disputes. Also adept at advising on franchise litigation. Particularly recognized for its representation of clients in the life sciences, technology and financial sectors.
Work Highlights
- Duane Morris successfully represented Powder Springs Logistics in a Third Circuit appeal that barred the plaintiff's common law claims based on the filed-rate doctrine.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Duane Morris has brilliantly talented litigators throughout."
"I always receive the best expertise fitted to the specific needs that I have at any given time."
"The legal team was always on top of things, very responsive and very knowledgeable on the relevant points of law in the case."
"Duane Morris has the ability, experience and expertise to handle complex and sophisticated matters."
"Duane Morris provides a level of service that is rarely matched by other firms. They are the go-to firm when I have emergency situations that require immediate support."
"Duane Morris has brilliantly talented litigators throughout."
"I always receive the best expertise fitted to the specific needs that I have at any given time."
"The legal team was always on top of things, very responsive and very knowledgeable on the relevant points of law in the case."
"Duane Morris has the ability, experience and expertise to handle complex and sophisticated matters."
"Duane Morris provides a level of service that is rarely matched by other firms. They are the go-to firm when I have emergency situations that require immediate support."
Notable Practitioners
John Soroko is the firm's chairperson emeritus. He has a wealth of experience advising on commercial, appellate and securities litigation. He also has deep expertise in product liability and real estate-related disputes.
Chair and CEO of the firm Matthew Taylor is a highly skilled litigator and has experience in working on commercial disputes both at the federal and state level.
"A brilliant strategist, I call him with my toughest issues. He is well respected and has incredible practicality and gravitas."
"He's excellent, a terrific lawyer."
"A top-notch litigator who handles complex matters."
Robert Byer accrues notable market recognition for his active appellate litigation practice.
"Robert Byer is smart, experienced and has a lot of gravitas."
Robert Palumbos is chair of the appellate division of Duane Morris' trial group. He regularly represents clients in federal and state circuit courts of appeals.
"Robert is a fantastic lawyer. He's incredibly smart, collegial, practical and is great with experts and witnesses. His knowledge of the Third Circuit is excellent."
"He is very knowledgeable, focused and on-point."
"A go-to for a lot of people."
Kevin Allen is managing partner of the firm's Pittsburgh office. He demonstrates impressive expertise in commercial litigation, representing clients across a range of sectors including IP and energy.
"Kevin is the most competent person I've ever worked with. I consider myself fortunate to be his client!"
Lawrence Pockers is active in disputes surrounding breach of contract, trade secrets and noncompetes. He is also noted for his experience in unfair competition litigation.
"Larry is a brilliant lawyer who takes the time to understand the business of his clients so he can offer practical advice."
Ranked Lawyers at
Duane Morris LLP
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania: Philadelphia & Surrounds
Pennsylvania: Pittsburgh & Surrounds
Members
Provided by Duane Morris LLP
Sharon L. Caffrey
Head of Department
Wayne A. Mack
Head of Department