Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite

Scott Edelman is well regarded in the market for his wide-ranging litigation practice, which encompasses fraud, antitrust and employment-related disputes as well as major class actions.

"Scott is a great trial lawyer and a smart and strategic litigator. He is able to balance zealous advocacy for his clients with a likeability that is effective in front of judges and juries."

"Scott handles significant and difficult matters, he has great reputation."

"He's an excellent trial lawyer and a brilliant strategist."

Brian Lutz has a broad commercial litigation practice which features notable strength in defending public companies against securities class action and derivative suits, as well as advising on corporate governance matters.

"Brian is smart and talented."

"Brian has spent a lot of time understanding our business, he is super efficient, able to give thoughts and responses quickly."

"He's a good lawyer and is very pragmatic."

Michael Celio is noted for his expertise in handling class action mandates. He acts for both corporates and individuals, and is adept at handling SEC investigations.

"Michael is a true expert in litigation. He builds a great rapport with judges and he listens to what you need."

"Michael is responsive and protects his clients' interests."

Christopher Chorba is noted for his handling of a variety of disputes, including significant class actions. His clients include major tech companies.

"Working with Chris has been great, he is very responsive and knowledgeable. He is an expert in his field."

"Chris is great handling class action litigation. He is forward-thinking and highly pragmatic."

"He is a class action expert, any time we have class action he is my first call."

Jessica Valenzuela frequently advises individual and corporate clients in the technology sphere on securities class actions and derivative suits, as well as advising on compliance and corporate governance matters.

"Jessica has great instincts and judgment. She focuses in on the result appropriate for the client and drives to it."

"She is an incredible strategic partner to in-house teams, and I deeply value her ability to both provide the strategic guidance and be fully in the weeds with us."

Alex Mircheff's growing practice encompasses shareholder and derivative suits, where he acts for underwriters as well as corporations and their officers and directors.

"He;s a very capable, smart partner."

"I think he's great. He is thoughtful and helpful and I like his work."

Craig Varnen is adept at handling securities fraud litigation as well as derivative actions. He regularly acts for large corporates and their executives.

"Craig is capable and smart, he is a prominent securities litigator."

"He is a good, aggressive securities litigator."

Ilissa Samplin's practice focuses on commercial litigation arising from the technology, media and entertainment industries. She is particularly adept handling intellectual property disputes.

"Ilissa is very strong. She is smart, strategic and responsive."

"She's a strong litigator who provides a great work product, and has a keen understanding of our commercial aims."

"She got us through the trial with poise, kindness and commitment."