Appellate Law
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 4
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Provided by Akin
To learn more about Akin’s Appellate Law capabilities, please visit the Litigation page under the experience section at www.akingump.com.
Chambers Review
Akin's impressive appellate practice benefits from a number of experienced practitioners with a wealth of expertise in state, federal and Supreme Court appeals. It demonstrates notable talent in patent disputes and employment matters, alongside considerable strengths in Native American law.
Work Highlights
- Akin represented the petitioners in the Supreme Court case Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians v Coughlin, where the court decided the Bankruptcy Code abrogates tribal sovereign immunity.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We take very complex matters to Akin. They have the capabilities to handle anything and everything we throw at them; they bring great heft."
"Akin lawyers are incredibly well informed, responsive and a pleasure to work with."
"Akin provide excellent service."
"We take very complex matters to Akin. They have the capabilities to handle anything and everything we throw at them; they bring great heft."
"Akin lawyers are incredibly well informed, responsive and a pleasure to work with."
"Akin provide excellent service."
Notable Practitioners
Pratik Shah represents clients before the Supreme Court in addition to the federal and state appellate courts, with particular expertise in Native American law matters.
"Pratik is an exceptional appellate attorney. He is an incredibly skilled written and oral advocate."
"Pratik is one of the most impressive lawyers I've worked with."
"He is extremely strategic and his Supreme Court and appellate experience allows him to quickly identify issues and concerns and prioritize the most effective path forward."
"A terrific lawyer and a formidable advocate."
"He's first-rate. His briefs are consistently strong and he knows how to get to the heart of the matter, leaving the reader with the impression there is only one right answer."