About

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For more than 50 years, Foley has been serving automotive industry clients and we continue to be recognized as a global leader in advising automotive suppliers, electric vehicle manufacturers, advanced technology providers, investors, and mobility companies. Our team comprises more than 85 attorneys from across our many practice groups but each with specialized automotive-industry experience.


Foley is an active participant in industry groups such as MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers, Society of Automotive Analysts (SAA), and the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). This puts us at the center of the industry’s biggest players, allowing us to spotlight emerging trends and help you anticipate and capitalize on what’s next. It also puts us in a position to shape the industry’s evolution and advocate for our clients amidst the changing landscape of trade sanctions, regulation, and class action litigation.


From our auto practice in Detroit, to our presence in Mexico, Foley’s footprint aligns closely with the manufacturing locations and customer locations of its automotive clients. With an international presence and local representation, we stay on top of the laws and regulations where our clients operate.


Our team advises on a broad range of legal and business issues, bringing a particular focus to five key areas: supply chain issues; electrified mobility and infrastructure; investors; franchising and distribution, and litigation, including class action lawsuits.


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Transportation: Road (Automotive) - USA - Nationwide
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What the team is known for

Foley & Lardner LLP has a comprehensive automotive practice, representing an impressive portfolio of clients including assemblers, manufacturers, suppliers and distributors. The team has notable experience handling automotive safety, EPA emissions, NHSTA and standards compliance matters, as well as defect investigations.

Work Highlights

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  • Foley & Lardner LLP advised Lightning eMotors on litigation related to quality and supply issues with Lightning eMotors' battery pack supplier.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Christopher Grigorian
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Christopher Grigorian
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Band 1

Christopher Grigorian represents clients in a range of regulatory cases, with particular expertise in motor vehicle safety law. He frequently appears before the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in cases involving safety standards and policy formulation.

"Chris is extremely knowledgeable and accessible."

"Chris is incredibly knowledgeable. He is a go-to on automotive issues."

Vanessa Miller
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Vanessa Miller
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Vanessa Miller is a go-to for complex disputes concerning breach of contract, supply chain issues, product liability and trade secret claims in the automotive industry.

"Vanessa consistently provides exceptional services and brings a wealth of commercial legal knowledge to discussions."

"Vanessa is a great lawyer who is responsive, knowledgeable, attentive and thorough."

Ranked Lawyers at
Foley & Lardner LLP

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USA - Nationwide

Transportation: Road (Automotive)

Christopher Grigorian
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Christopher Grigorian
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Band 1
Vanessa Miller
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Vanessa Miller
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Band 3

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