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Litigation: General Commercial | USA

District of Columbia

Our definition of general commercial litigation will always take into consideration the other practice areas that we cover in a given state. It is therefore a fairly broad interpretation of commercial litigation, perhaps more easily defined by what is not included within it. If, for example, we are looking at a state where we have coverage of IP, antitrust and bankruptcy litigation in standalone tables, we would not expect too much of this work to be included in a commercial litigation table and would be looking more for business disputes such as breach of contract claims. The work should be civil, and should involve disputes between business entities.

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  1. Beth A Wilkinson
    Beth A Wilkinson
    Wilkinson Stekloff LLP
    Wilkinson Stekloff LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Star Individuals | 17 Years Ranked
    Beth Wilkinson commands enormous respect from peers and clients for her prowess at trial, regularly handling high-stakes matters for major clients. She is particularly strong in large product liability and antitrust cases.
  2. Karen L Dunn
    Karen L Dunn
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Star Individuals | 7 Years Ranked
    "Karen Dunn is an exceptional attorney. She is one of the best, if not the best that I have ever met. She has a keen intellect, powerful critical thinking skills and strong risk assessment. She justifiably inspires client confidence."
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Band 1

  1. Craig A Hoover
    1
    Craig A Hoover
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked
    Craig Hoover is a specialist in major multiparty and multijurisdictional class actions. He offers particular expertise in antitrust and health insurance-related matters.
  2. Craig S. Primis
    1
    Craig S. Primis
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 11 Years Ranked
    Craig Primis is well regarded for his representation of clients in substantial False Claims Act and trade secrets cases, as well as shareholder disputes and class actions. He also excels in litigation relating to data breaches and antitrust.
  3. Dane H Butswinkas
    1
    Dane H Butswinkas
    Williams & Connolly LLP
    Williams & Connolly LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 12 Years Ranked
    Dane Butswinkas enjoys an excellent reputation for his representation of leading clients in the financial services sector. He is called upon to handle matters ranging from antitrust and securities to corporate governance.
  4. David W DeBruin
    1
    David W DeBruin
    Jenner & Block LLP
    Jenner & Block LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked
    David DeBruin secures excellent results for a diverse client base, ranging from energy companies to Native American tribes, in high-stakes litigation. He offers significant experience in M&A litigation and False Claims Act cases, as well as in appellate proceedings.
  5. David W Ogden
    1
    David W Ogden
    WilmerHale
    WilmerHale | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 12 Years Ranked
    David Ogden regularly acts for major clients in industries ranging from finance to energy. He is adept at handling a variety of matters, including major employment and contractual disputes, as well as whistle-blower cases and government investigations.
  6. Enu A. Mainigi
    1
    Enu A. Mainigi
    Williams & Connolly LLP
    Williams & Connolly LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 10 Years Ranked
    Enu Mainigi wins praise from all corners of the market for her representation of major clients in the healthcare, pharmaceutical and financial services sectors. She has considerable trial experience.
  7. William A Isaacson
    1
    William A Isaacson
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 1 | 10 Years Ranked
    William Isaacson is a celebrated trial lawyer whose practice focuses on huge cases alleging antitrust violations for both defendants and plaintiffs, as well as price fixing and unfair competition. He is also highly skilled in handling consumer class actions.
  8. Mark C Hansen
    Kellogg, Hansen, Todd, Figel & Frederick, PLLC | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. Abid R Qureshi
    2
    Abid R Qureshi
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked
    Abid Qureshi is well regarded in the market for his extensive skills in civil litigation. His expertise spans across healthcare fraud, international arbitration, securities class actions and FCA cases.
  2. Andrew Tulumello
    2
    Andrew Tulumello
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 11 Years Ranked
    Andrew Tulumello of Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP represents major corporations in various commercial disputes. He offers particular strength in antitrust claims and class actions, as well as handling appeals. He regularly acts for clients from the technology, transport and food and beverage sectors.
  3. Graeme W. Bush
    2
    Graeme W. Bush
    Zuckerman Spaeder LLP
    Zuckerman Spaeder LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 11 Years Ranked
    Graeme Bush is a highly regarded litigator who regularly handles malpractice and employment disputes, as well as securities litigation. He also advises on investigations and disciplinary action.
  4. Michael F Williams
    2
    Michael F Williams
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
    Michael Williams is a prolific litigator who frequently represents clients both in trial and on appeal. He offers significant experience in toxic torts, putative class actions and disputes relating to constitutional law.
  5. Tara Lee
    2
    Tara Lee
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 15 Years Ranked
    Tara Lee specializes in handling complex and often high-profile multijurisdictional disputes for clients from a wide range of sectors including media and telecommunications. She also offers notable experience in class actions.
  6. Thomas J Perrelli
    2
    Thomas J Perrelli
    Jenner & Block LLP
    Jenner & Block LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked
    Thomas Perrelli currently serves as chair of Jenner & Block LLP. He is well regarded in the market for his expertise in high-profile litigation, regularly acting for government bodies and corporations from a wide range of sectors.
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Band 3

  1. Carl S Kravitz
    3
    Carl S Kravitz
    Zuckerman Spaeder LLP
    Zuckerman Spaeder LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked
    Carl Kravitz has significant strength in a variety of commercial disputes, including securities litigation and antitrust and insurance claims. He excels in acting for both plaintiffs and defendants.
  2. 3
    Derek Shaffer
    Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
    Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked
    Derek Shaffer regularly acts for clients in sensitive First Amendment litigation. He cochairs Quinn Emanuel's government and regulatory litigation and national appellate litigation practices.
  3. E. Desmond Hogan
    3
    E. Desmond Hogan
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked
    "Desmond is a fantastic leader. He has an uncanny knack to both guide large teams with authority while also fostering growth in the ranks. He is strategically brilliant and has a wonderful method with judges."
  4. Gordon Todd
    3
    Gordon Todd
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked
    "He demonstrates an in-depth understanding of the legal intricacies surrounding our cases and has provided clear and strategic guidance throughout the process."
  5. Helgi C Walker
    3
    Helgi C Walker
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked
    Helgi Walker cochairs the global litigation practice group at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. She has extensive experience in appellate law and regulatory disputes.
  6. Mary Elizabeth Gately
    3
    Mary Elizabeth Gately
    DLA Piper LLP (US)
    DLA Piper LLP (US) | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked
    Mary Elizabeth Gately has a particularly strong practice in reputation management, as well as in product liability and contract disputes. She is adept at handling multidistrict litigation.
  7. Todd Stenerson
    3
    Todd Stenerson
    A&O Shearman
    A&O Shearman | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked
    Todd Stenerson is a well-regarded trial lawyer with significant experience across a broad range of commercial litigation. He possesses notable capabilities in antitrust, breach of contract and RICO cases.
  8. David C Frederick
    Kellogg, Hansen, Todd, Figel & Frederick, PLLC | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 3
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Band 4

  1. Benjamin J Razi
    4
    Benjamin J Razi
    Covington & Burling LLP
    Covington & Burling LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Benjamin Razi is cochair of Covington's commercial litigation practice group. He is a well-regarded litigator who regularly tries big cases for Fortune 500 clients.
  2. Edward Bennett
    4
    Edward Bennett
    Williams & Connolly LLP
    Williams & Connolly LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked
    Edward Bennett, cochair of Williams & Connolly's commercial litigation group, focuses his practice on financial litigation and antitrust. He is well versed in state and federal courts and often represents Fortune 100 companies.
  3. Elizabeth Papez
    4
    Elizabeth Papez
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked
    Elizabeth Papez, a former deputy assistant to the Attorney General at the DOJ, is an experienced litigator who regularly advises on complex cases, with a particular specialty in class action defence and antitrust work.
  4. Eric R. Delinsky
    4
    Eric R. Delinsky
    Zuckerman Spaeder LLP
    Zuckerman Spaeder LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 11 Years Ranked
    "Eric has a rare mix of being a strong litigator and negotiator. He is amazing in court but is also open-minded in negotiations and exhibits a high level of emotional intelligence."
  5. Gary A Orseck
    4
    Gary A Orseck
    Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP
    Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked
    Gary Orseck is a well-regarded commercial litigator who regularly tries cases for large companies in the healthcare, pharmaceutical and financial sectors. He is the chair of Kramer Levin's complex commercial litigation practice.
  6. Hamish Hume
    4
    Hamish Hume
    Boies Schiller Flexner LLP
    Boies Schiller Flexner LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked
    Hamish Hume is a well-regarded litigator who regularly tries cases for significant clients. Hume has particular expertise in cases with financial and governmental aspects.
  7. Jennifer Saulino
    4
    Jennifer Saulino
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Jennifer Saulino has recognized expertise in product liability and contractual litigation. She has additional experience in securities and government investigations.
  8. Jessica E Phillips
    4
    Jessica E Phillips
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked
    Jessica Phillips is recognized for her broad based commercial disputes practice, with expertise spanning intellectual property, employment and securities related litigation.
  9. 4
    Jonathan F. Cohn
    Lehotsky Keller Cohn LLP
    Lehotsky Keller Cohn LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Jonathan Cohn of Lehotsky Keller Cohn LLP is an experienced litigator who is well versed in handling class actions, commercial disputes and product liability claims. He regularly acts for major clients in the pharmaceutical sector.
  10. Linda M Jackson
    4
    Linda M Jackson
    ArentFox Schiff LLP
    ArentFox Schiff LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked
    Linda Jackson is well regarded for her extensive capabilities in employment litigation. She also handles disputes relating to trade secrets claims and competition law.
  11. Lindsay Harrison
    4
    Lindsay Harrison
    Jenner & Block LLP
    Jenner & Block LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Lindsay Harrison is an experienced commercial litigator who is frequently sought after by notable clients in the real estate, hospitality and education sectors. She is managing partner of Jenner & Block LLP's DC office and cochairs the firm's real estate and hospitality practice.
  12. 4
    Mark T. Stancil
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Mark Stancil is an experienced trial and appellate attorney who advises on complex commercial litigation, with particular strength acting for investment funds, trustees and investor groups.
  13. Nicholas J Boyle
    4
    Nicholas J Boyle
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    "He is client-oriented and super smart about thinking through litigation and focusing on the company's best interest. He is creative in dealing with important litigation."
  14. Robert K Kry
    4
    Robert K Kry
    MoloLamken LLP
    MoloLamken LLP | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Robert Kry of MoloLamken LLP has wide-ranging litigation experience across a variety of areas, including arbitral enforcement, securities litigation and intercompany disputes.
  15. Stephen J. Obermeier
    4
    Stephen J. Obermeier
    Wiley
    Wiley | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    "Stephen is incredibly responsive and strategic. He combines a genuine insight with a comprehensible, down-to-earth delivery with the ability to digest thousands of pages of documents in short time spans."
  16. Kate Todd
    Torridon Law PLLC | Litigation: General Commercial
    2024 | Band 4