Litigation: General Commercial

Angela Zambrano is a highly sought-after commercial litigator, whose broad experience spans class actions and arbitrations. She offers further expertise in securities-related disputes.

"She is an effective advocate."

"Angela is a determined and enthusiastic advocate for her clients. She is smarter than most people in the room. She has an unparalleled ability to think around corners and look for potential issues."

"Angela is relentless. Where some say it's impossible or too difficult, she takes it with her and works incredibly hard. Her work product is exceptional and is so well researched."

Yvette Ostolaza is frequently sought out to handle high-level internal investigations and commercial litigation. She is chair of Sidley Austin LLP's management committee.

"We use her for bet-the-company litigation and the scary stuff. She is the most strategic adviser out there and is an incredibly strong advocate with unparalleled negotiation skills. Yvette makes you feel like you are her only client."

"Yvette is just awesome and a real miracle worker. She is highly responsive and very smart. Even though she is national chair, she still returns my call and gets involved."

"I am really pleased with her advocacy and working up of a case. We feel fortunate to get her individual attention for the case. She is smart and a great person to work with."

Yolanda Garcia represents clients in commercial and securities litigation at the state and federal levels. Based in Dallas, she is trusted on national and cross-border disputes.

"Yolanda is a smart and strategic litigator. She knows our business well and has great longevity and patience. We trust her implicitly."

"Yolanda is exceptional. She is a very seasoned litigator who brings insights into the legal risks and helps clients maneuver through difficult conversations."

"She is thoughtful, creative and excellent in just every way. Yolanda understands the detail."

Robert Velevis is well recognized for his deep commercial litigation experience, with notable experience representing private equity and energy clients.

"Rob is really the brains behind the processes and strategies for complex litigation. He is smart, cordial and soft-spoken, but all the while he is formulating a plan to gut the opponent."

"Robert does an exceptional job."