Litigation: General Commercial - Minnesota
What the team is known for
Winthrop & Weinstine fields a strong bench of expert trial lawyers who frequently act in complex state and federal litigation. Its experience includes acting for defendants in civil disputes, including product liability, contract, securities and IP cases. The firm is particularly adept at handling insurance coverage litigation, employment, construction and real estate disputes, creditors' claims and antitrust matters, including on behalf of Fortune 100 companies.
Strengths
"They have very competent lawyers who are easy to work with and able to solve complex issues."
"Their lawyers are very knowledgeable and able to dissect complex issues."
Work highlights
Winthrop & Weinstine successfully defended Howard Rubin, trustee to the Evenstad family, following $300 million breach of duty and conspiracy claims arising out of the sale of a family-owned company.
Notable practitioners
Thomas Boyd is a well-established practitioner who is a leading name in the field. He is respected in the market for his appearances in appellate courts. "Tom is exceptional. One of the very best appellate attorneys around."
Matthew McBride chairs the litigation team at the firm. His practice includes construction litigation and obtaining remedies for creditors.