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A&O Shearman

Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded

USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia

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A&O Shearman

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Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded - District of Columbia

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
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.
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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman successfully represented Huntington Ingalls Industries and its affiliates in an antitrust class action, alleging it had agreed with other companies not to actively solicit each other's naval engineers.

Strengths

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  • A&O Shearman has a high level of commercial awareness.

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  • Anytime I call, they answer. They are always timely and provide a great work product.

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  • The team is responsive, knowledgeable and methodical.

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  • The team has the depth to support large, complex multidistrict litigation.

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  • They keep every stone turned and are very diligent in understanding the facts.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Lyle Roberts
    Lyle Roberts

    Lyle Roberts

    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.

    • He is very responsive and works very hard at his craft.

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  • Todd Stenerson
    Todd Stenerson

    Todd Stenerson

    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.

    • His commercial acumen on what his clients' business goals are makes him stand out, alongside his talent as a litigator.

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    • He is measured, but also forthright for his clients. He is a great oral and written advocate.

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    • Todd is very experienced in the area. He is also strategic and client-centric.

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    • Todd is unflappable, deliberate and thoughtful. He doesn't get thrown off his game, particularly in complex matters.

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    • He thinks circles around others in cases he is involved in, and he understands our business very well.

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