Litigation: Securities
USA Guide 2024 : California
Band 2
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Provided by Morrison Foerster
Morrison & Foerster is no stranger to complex, high-stakes disputes. Our clients, whether they are Fortune 100 multinationals or early-stage tech companies, turn to us for help with their most difficult legal issues.
We work closely with them to understand their businesses, identify potential areas of legal exposure, devise strategies to manage risk, and, where appropriate, resolve disputes short of trial. If it comes to trial, Morrison & Foerster litigators win. Our clients have prevailed in hundreds of cases before judges and juries.
With more than 150 litigators based in its California offices, Morrison & Foerster handles the most complex and demanding litigation and appellate matters for clients at all levels of federal and state courts in California and across the United States. Our local team includes some of the top trial lawyers in the United States, as well as leaders in:
- General Commercial
- Intellectual Property
- Securities
- Antitrust
- White Collar Crime & Government Investigations
- Products Liability
- Class Action Defense
- Unfair Competition
- Privacy
- Trade Secrets Litigation
Chambers Review
Morrison Foerster has a formidable litigation practice recognized for its capabilities in market-defining securities litigation and cutting-edge commercial cases. The firm calls upon excellent expertise in the technology and financial services sectors to provide strength in diverse matters, including privacy and data security issues and unfair business practice claims. Securities expertise spans class actions and corporate governance cases, among other areas. It is considered a go-to resource for mega Silicon Valley players facing challenging litigation, alongside roles acting for major financial institutions, retailers and manufacturers.
Work Highlights
- Morrison Foerster represented Unity Software and its officers and directors in putative class action complaint brought by investors in the US District Court for the Northern District of California.
Strengths
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"The firm has a wide spectrum of expertise that is always useful and serves our company well."
"Morrison Foerster provide great depth and quality."
"I am consistently impressed with their ability to think about complex issues from many angles."
"Their lawyers are sophisticated, well organized and strategic."
"The Morrison Foerster team is very knowledgeable, responsive and client-focused. We can always count on them for excellent service."
"The firm has a wide spectrum of expertise that is always useful and serves our company well."
"Morrison Foerster provide great depth and quality."
"I am consistently impressed with their ability to think about complex issues from many angles."
"Their lawyers are sophisticated, well organized and strategic."
"The Morrison Foerster team is very knowledgeable, responsive and client-focused. We can always count on them for excellent service."
Notable Practitioners
Jordan Eth offers in-depth knowledge and experience in securities litigation, and regularly for clients in significant actions brought by shareholders.
"Jordan's deep experience in securities matters is immediately apparent in every interaction. He has deep appreciation for all aspects of a case, including often complex underlying economics."
"Jordan has a great reputation in the space. He is able to take a step back and think of an approach."
"Jordan is creative and professional in the way he conducts litigation."
Arturo González is a well-regarded litigator practicing across the spectrum of commercial mandates, including contractual disputes and trade secrets matters. He attracts particular praise for his skills in court.
"Arturo is just exceptional at reading the jury and amazing at connecting with them. He brings a level of energy to the courtroom."
"He is very much trusted by the jury and judges."
"He is a top-notch trial lawyer."
Tiffany Cheung is a skilled lawyer who is adept in handling consumer class actions. She has significant experience in the technology sector.
"Tiffany is a great presence on a litigation team, she gives fantastic advice, is concise and direct about present risks and strategies."
"She is really just an absolute pleasure to work with, super smart and appears very well in court. She takes control and command of the situation and writes well."
"She is meticulous and strategic."
"Tiffany is very driven and committed, she is a great team player."
Anna Erickson White counsels clients in the tech and life sciences industries on sophisticated securities class actions.
"Anna is experienced, smart and thoughtful. She proactively considers situations and potential outcomes to address issues in the most productive way and avoid unpleasant surprises."
"Anna is an excellent attorney, incredibly smart and always very thoughtful in her approach. She provides the highest quality, expert advice on complex matters."
Ranked Lawyers at
Morrison Foerster
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