Litigation: Securities
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About
Provided by Baker Botts L.L.P.
Baker Botts trial lawyers bring sound commercial judgment to our clients’ most critical disputes, along with a deep understanding of the varied legal, technical and policy issues that they face. Drawing on our intimate familiarity of clients’ needs and the resources of our global platform, we have amassed an enviable record of experience on our clients’ behalf. Baker Botts is committed to bringing value to our clients' business goals by offering creative, timely and strategic advice. We routinely collaborate with clients to develop litigation strategies using early case assessment methods and then implement the plan with efficiency and the latest technology.
We align our lawyers’ capabilities into efficient, client-centric teams to advance our clients’ objectives in the courtroom, the boardroom and beyond. We provide proactive and pragmatic solutions, incorporating our extensive industry knowledge into tailored client-focused litigation strategies. Clients also benefit from our value-added solutions in technology, staffing and process improvement.
To learn more about our practice, please visit: www.bakerbotts.com/services/practice-areas/litigation
Chambers Review
Baker Botts LLP provides an excellent standard of representation in a wide range of commercial disputes, with a particularly robust reputation in energy and securities litigation. The firm is able to draw on a strong geographic footprint in litigating cases across the country, offering expertise in antitrust and environmental disputes. The team is also highly acclaimed for its capacity to take on an array of disputes at appellate level. It is also well equipped to handle merger objection cases brought by shareholders.
Work Highlights
- Baker Botts LLP secured a trial victory for Dril-Quip, Inc. in a lawsuit filed by FMC Technologies alleging misappropriation of trade secrets.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team at Baker Botts consistently demonstrates their depth of knowledge on a range of matters and takes into consideration the big picture when we seek advice on topics that can span a range of issues."
"I can count on the attorneys of Baker Botts to approach issues from multiple angles, including areas I had not thought of. Their attorneys are trained to recognize and anticipate a broad base of issues arising from a single set of facts."
"All team members are highly skilled communicators and very intelligent when it comes to understanding our needs."
"The team at Baker Botts consistently demonstrates their depth of knowledge on a range of matters and takes into consideration the big picture when we seek advice on topics that can span a range of issues."
"I can count on the attorneys of Baker Botts to approach issues from multiple angles, including areas I had not thought of. Their attorneys are trained to recognize and anticipate a broad base of issues arising from a single set of facts."
"All team members are highly skilled communicators and very intelligent when it comes to understanding our needs."
Notable Practitioners
Baker Botts managing partner Danny David regularly counsels clients on securities class actions and shareholder derivative suits, with particular strength in merger challenges and breach of fiduciary duty cases. He offers additional experience in commercial disputes.
"Danny is smart, well prepared and efficient, which clients love."
"I count on Danny as a trusted counsel in many areas. He strikes the perfect tone between being a zealous advocate, commercially mindful, reliably responsive and extraordinarily intelligent."
"Danny has a unique business sense and really understands the commercial side of things. He understands what matters to us."
David Sterling is a preeminent litigator with vast experience handling securities class actions and derivative suits.
"David knows all the ins and outs better than anyone could hope to."
"David is a lion of the Bar. He has encyclopedic knowledge. He is outstanding."
"David is the go-to. He knows every case, all the players and all the judges."
Jessica Pulliam has a robust securities litigation practice, which includes acting on behalf of corporations and their officers in shareholder disputes and securities class actions.
"Jessica operates at the top of her game. She is peerless in her advocacy, strategic thinking, and fearless approach."
"Jessica is one of the most dynamic lawyers."
"She is smart, responsive, client-friendly and innovative in her thinking about an issue. She's also very knowledgeable about the local courts."
Amy Hefley has an impressive securities practice, which includes assisting clients with class actions and breach of fiduciary duty cases. She is further skilled in a wide range of commercial disputes.
"Amy is very knowledgeable in complex securities litigation."
"Amy is able to position the other side and get them to a settlement. She works with us by looking at risks, noting our exposure and finding a solution."
Gavin Villareal leads Baker Botts' Austin-based litigation offering. He represents clients in a range of commercial disputes including trade secrets misappropriation and securities class actions.
"Gavin handles things extremely promptly."
"Gavin is an outstanding litigation attorney who handles every aspect with exceptional quality and professionalism. He is unwavering in his commitment to achieving favorable outcomes."
"Gavin inspires confidence. He has a natural and clear way of communicating while providing very high-quality strategic advice. His guidance is relatable and hones in on key issues."
Scott Powers offers clients deep experience in a range of commercial litigation matters, including complex contractual disputes and trade secrets cases.
"Scott is an extremely strong litigator that drives results above and beyond what we think is possible. He is an extremely trusted adviser when it comes to critical matters."
Based in Baker Botts' Dallas office, John Lawrence is noted for representing clients in securities litigation, including class actions and M&A challenges.
"John is able to master the facts and provide guidance."
"He is strategic."
Ranked Lawyers at
Baker Botts L.L.P.
Texas
Texas: Austin & Surrounds
Texas: Dallas, Fort Worth & Surrounds
Texas: Houston & Surrounds
Members
Provided by Baker Botts L.L.P.
Head of Department
Anthony Lucisano
Ariel D. House
Head of Department
Charles Strecker
Kevin T. Jacobs
Kirstie Wallace
Lewis Zirogiannis
Maddy Dwertman
Mary Margaret Steinle
Monica H. Smith
Russell Lewis
Ryan T. Ward
Susan Kennedy
Tom O'Brien
