Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded
USA Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
Band 2
Contact number
+1 202 508 8000Chambers Review
A&O Shearman has a notable DC-based practice that is especially accomplished in securities litigation, including putative class actions. Alongside its strengths in defending major corporations and financial institutions, the team also acts for underwriter syndicates. The firm also possesses extensive experience in litigation concerning the pharmaceutical sector.
On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Work Highlights
- The firm represented 1-800 Contacts in a putative class action alleging the company unlawfully suppressed competition and violated Section 1 of the Sherman Act.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm has a really impressive team with very strong litigation associates."
"The firm does everything possible to analyze every detail to get an advantage. This is where we turn when it comes to complex and large-scale litigation."
"The firm has a really impressive team with very strong litigation associates."
"The firm does everything possible to analyze every detail to get an advantage. This is where we turn when it comes to complex and large-scale litigation."
Notable Practitioners
Lyle Roberts represents clients in securities class actions, as well as in SEC investigations and enforcement matters. He is experienced in acting for major corporations, including leading defense companies.
"Lyle is a very good lawyer."
"He is very smart."
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.
"Todd is a great partner. He knows our business and is happy to hop on calls and provide quick advice. He's a great lawyer."
"We trust Todd more than any other outside counsel we work with."