Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded

Andrew Stern handles major class actions and derivative suits, as well as merger litigation, drawing on impressive experience at trial. His practice also includes market manipulation cases on behalf of banking clients.

"Andy quickly gets up to speed and knows what needs to be done. He will take the lead on key arguments. He's someone who I have a lot of confidence in."

"He is a wonderful advocate. He's sensible, practical and will fight for his client."

Alex Kaplan excels in the representation of public and private companies as well as host of funds facing complex securities and corporate governance related disputes.

"He is a real advocate who has a tremendous ability to look around corners and guide clients on a range of complicated legal matters. He's also extremely responsive, a great listener, and takes the time to get to know his clients and their business."

"He has a great reputation in the legal community in NY and clients love him. He's perfect for the most difficult commercial cases and I go to him when I'm dealing with particularly difficult or thorny cases."

"He's client-friendly, service-oriented and practical in his approach. He's strategic in how we get things done and how he brings resources to bear."

Eamon Joyce has a robust appellate practice and has considerable expertise in a wide of commercial and class action disputes, including those concerning finance and product liability issues.

"He provides highly smart and competent counsel. If you have an out-of-the-box matter where there is a need for creativity due to a lack of precedent, that is what Eamon has."

"He is a very creative lawyer, always pushing the boundaries of where we might go with an argument."

"He is a brilliant advocate who not only knows the facts at play but is constantly thinking about the best strategy for the client and particular matter."

Nancy Chung is a strong performer in a wide range of commercial and securities disputes, with considerable expertise in the financial services space, where she is a go-to for investment funds.

"Nancy has a great way with clients and instills a lot of confidence. She's great at crisis management and making sure everything is being handled."

"She's very strategic, smart and a hard worker. She knows how to keep moving forward in her client's best interest and get the best results."

"Nancy is exceedingly attentive, knowledgeable and practical."

Charlotte Newell is a strong performer in a host of securities class actions, M&A litigation and corporate governance disputes, with considerable experience in Delaware.

"Charlotte is a great strategist. She is plugged-in and particularly knowledgeable about the Delaware Court of Chancery."

"Charlotte is someone who is good at taking charge of a case and getting it done. She has great judgment. I'm really impressed by the way she steps up and takes responsibility."

"I've seen her argue and it was really impressive, compelling, punchy and hit all the right issues."

Francesca Brody is an experienced commercial litigator highly sought after by a broad base of clients spanning the financial services, life sciences and insurance sectors.

"Francesca is an excellent attorney who sees to her client's needs. She understands the complex issues that we hire her for. She is also receptive to feedback and she is incredibly well organized."

Melissa Colón-Bosolet has widespread commercial disputes experience, including complex breach of contract and business torts claims.

"She ensures that every need across every subject area is quickly addressed and makes sure I get the best from the firm at all times."

"Melissa has a very good strategic mind on how to assess and approach cases and minimize risk. She's very impressive."