Litigation: Securities
USA Guide 2024 : Texas
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Chambers Review
Akin fields a respected disputes team with notable proficiency in securities litigation. It acts on behalf of public companies in various industries as well as officers and directors. The attorneys are widely respected for their skillful handling of shareholder derivative lawsuits and securities class actions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm has deep and strong litigation talent. They have all of that skill on the fighting front but they are also very practical folks who know when to make a deal."
"The firm has a highly nuanced and commercial view of litigation matters."
"Akin provides an exceptionally high degree of client service."
"The firm has deep and strong litigation talent. They have all of that skill on the fighting front but they are also very practical folks who know when to make a deal."
"The firm has a highly nuanced and commercial view of litigation matters."
"Akin provides an exceptionally high degree of client service."
Notable Practitioners
Scott Barnard counsels corporate and individual clients in securities class actions, shareholder disputes and enforcement matters.
"Scott provides strategic guidance."
"I think highly of Scott's expertise and professionalism. He is fantastic."
"Scott is at the top of his game, he knows what he is doing in and around litigation. Scott is excellent in the boardroom and with witnesses. He is good with clients and great in court."
James Wetwiska's wide-ranging practice includes oil and gas, product liability, contract and intellectual property disputes.
"He is a competent and professional trial lawyer."
"James is a sensational lawyer."
Lacy Lawrence is a commercial trial lawyer with experience handling complex commercial, bankruptcy and energy-related disputes.
"Lacy is extremely confident, composed and well prepared. She is a dogged and skilled advocate in the courtroom, in depositions and in negotiations."