Litigation: General Commercial
USA Guide 2024 : Massachusetts
Band 3
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Provided by Nixon Peabody LLP
Litigation typically accounts for the largest part of a company’s legal spend. We never lose sight of the disruption and cost of these disputes to our clients. We control cost without compromise, collaborating with clients throughout to ensure that legal and business decisions are compatible—from early case evaluation to strategy development, budgeting and, if required, to trial. Trial should be a last resort. We make aggressive use of early case assessment, evaluating all options including mediation, arbitration, settlement and trial to provide the most efficient and effective means possible for our clients to reach a positive outcome. When trial is the best course of action, we assess the risk, develop a strategy, pursue aggressively and focus on a winning result.
Our winning record in cases tried to verdict or judgment is exceptional, and our record of resolving cases by dispositive motion, thus avoiding unnecessary litigation in the early stages is likewise outstanding. We are also adept at negotiating settlements and working collaboratively with other defense counsel in multiparty cases.
Chambers Review
Nixon Peabody LLP has a well-regarded practice offering representation to clients operating in a diverse array of industries, including financial services, life sciences, technology and healthcare. It handles a broad range of commercial disputes and is also noted for its strength in alternative dispute resolution, including mediations and arbitrations. Its clients include corporates, institutions and individuals.
Matthew McLaughlin is a key contact at the firm.
Work Highlights
- Nixon Peabody represented Aon Corporation and its affiliates in connection with a lawsuit against former employees and their new employer, for violation of restrictive covenants and various tort claims.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Nixon Peabody attorneys have very good knowledge, excellent technical ability and know how to deal with demands very well."
"The firm provides excellent engagement on understanding our business and works strategically to overcome complex legal situations. The attention to detail and thoroughness of response is always outstanding."
"Nixon Peabody prove to be very adept at handling complex matters with speed and accuracy, from intake through to execution. The team has handled all relevant inquiries with appropriate expertise and practical insight. They also take a client-first approach, taking into account practical concerns."
"Nixon Peabody attorneys have very good knowledge, excellent technical ability and know how to deal with demands very well."
"The firm provides excellent engagement on understanding our business and works strategically to overcome complex legal situations. The attention to detail and thoroughness of response is always outstanding."
"Nixon Peabody prove to be very adept at handling complex matters with speed and accuracy, from intake through to execution. The team has handled all relevant inquiries with appropriate expertise and practical insight. They also take a client-first approach, taking into account practical concerns."