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Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded - USA - Nationwide

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Alston & Bird LLP has a strong litigation practice with a deep bench and broad expertise across high value commercial disputes. The firm handles matters including product liability, securities litigation and M&A-related disputes. It has widespread additional capabilities spanning contractual, bankruptcy and intellectual property matters. It represents a diverse client base across sectors such as healthcare, insurance and telecoms.

Notable practitioners

Eric Kuwana is co-leader of Alston & Bird's business litigation team and a key contact. He operates out of the firm's New York and DC offices.

Work Highlights

  • Alston & Bird continued to represent Bureau Veritas and its subsidiary, Inspectorate America Corporation, in a RICO action pending in the U.S. District Court for the District of Puerto Rico brought by residents of Puerto Rico against 15 defendants for allegations that PREPA improperly overcharged consumers for fuel, violating an EPA Consent Decree.

Strengths

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Alston & Bird demonstrates excellent knowledge of the law and expertise in developing the facts. The team also has excellent trial skills, advocacy and responsiveness. Its attorneys are strategically proactive and great from top to bottom.

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The team works diligently and is proactive in providing advice. The attorneys are subject matter experts and keep us informed about the options available.

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Alston & Bird acts strategically. It is also agile in expanding the team when needed, with a deep enough bench of attorneys in other practice areas to assist with other parts of the case.

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Alston & Bird excels at being mindful of our business objectives. The firm is able to zoom out to modulate its approach to fit the business' needs. It is a real partner.

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The firm has deep bench strength with attorneys who are knowledgeable, practical and responsive to client needs. They are excellent at making my life easier.

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