Litigation: General Commercial
USA Guide 2024 : Massachusetts
Band 4
Contact number
617.646.1400Chambers Review
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP works with clients in all forms of complex commercial disputes. The team has wide-ranging experience, including class actions and contractual disputes.
Work Highlights
- Manatt, Phelps & Phillips represented Margaret Sheehan and Susan Sheehan, in connection with a complex dispute involving their family business, the Sheehan Family Companies, in which plaintiffs brought claims for breach of fiduciary duty and unjust enrichment related to the management of the companies.
Notable Practitioners
Joan Lukey has a leading contentious practice that sees her handle complex trials and appeals relating to a wide array of commercial matters.
"She is an incredible tactician who knows mass civil procedure like no other."
"Joan is one of the most seasoned and experienced trial lawyers. Her work is accurate and her legal advice and experience is second to none. Joan knows the law and knows how to try cases to a verdict."
"Joan is incredibly strategic, hardworking and not afraid of a challenge. She is known as a premiere litigator, she brings about a favorable outcome."
Martin Murphy has wide-ranging experience handling complex commercial litigation alongside his white-collar expertise.
"He is an outstanding trial lawyer, he knows the courtroom. He is a tremendous advocate who gives reasoned and appropriate legal advice."
"He is a great, level headed litigator for high profile matters. He brings a good demeanor."