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Bilzin Sumberg

Litigation: General Commercial

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Bilzin Sumberg has one of the most dynamic and successful litigation departments in both South Florida and the country. The firm's litigators achieve optimal results for their clients in complex commercial disputes. With a tight-knit team of attorneys dedicated exclusively to litigation, Bilzin Sumberg’s litigation attorneys have the experience, resources and determination to protect and champion their clients' interests in every facet of litigation.

Bilzin Sumberg's litigation team has substantial trial experience, having tried hundreds of cases to verdict. Unlike other large commercial law firms, Bilzin Sumberg attorneys repeatedly and routinely try cases in federal and state court in Florida and throughout the country, as well as before arbitrators nationwide. The firm's litigators handle a broad spectrum of matters including complex domestic and international contractual disputes, securities and antitrust, mortgage repurchase demands, large scale real property and foreclosure disputes, class actions, and insurance.

Bilzin Sumberg's successes do not preclude or supplant its deep understanding in conflict resolution as a pretrial strategy. The firm's creativity at mediation, deftness at arbitration and commitment to alternative dispute resolution often yields positive outcomes without the expense of a trial.

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Litigation: General Commercial - Florida

What the Team is Known For
Bilzin Sumberg is active in both the state and federal court systems, with expertise in mortgage issues. The firm possesses significant experience at the appellate level. It has a standout practice for partnership and shareholder disputes and is additionally noted for its strengths in antitrust, product liability, insurance and construction-related litigation. The team is experienced in handling matters for a wide array of clients, including those within the manufacturing, retail, financial and real estate sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • Bilzin Sumberg represented the American Red Cross in a putative $500 million class action related to disaster aid for Haiti.

Strengths

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  • The firm's expertise, diligence and results-driven approach has consistently delivered exceptional outcomes. Its litigation department is exceptionally responsive and consistently well prepared.

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  • The teams is distinguished by its creative thinking. It also knows the rules of the court and the nature of the judges in Florida.

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  • The team is proactive and responsive to issues or concerns as they arise during the course of the litigation.

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  • Bilzin Sumberg demonstrates diligence, creative strategy and the ability to work as part of a team.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Melissa Pallett-Vasquez
    Melissa Pallett-Vasquez

    Melissa Pallett-Vasquez

    Melissa Pallett-Vasquez handles a broad variety of commercial disputes. Her practice includes acting for defendants in consumer class actions as well as representing clients in contract disputes.

    • She is excellent on her feet and an excellent trial lawyer.

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    • Melissa does a fantastic job balancing the legal with the business interests.

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    • I was astounded by her ability to change gears.

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  • Mitchell E Widom
    Mitchell E Widom

    Mitchell E Widom

    Mitchell Widom regularly represents clients in high-stakes trials and has significant experience in complex commercial disputes, multidistrict litigation and large class actions.

    • Mitchell handles very significant cases, and judges like him.

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  • Philip Stein
    Philip Stein

    Philip Stein

    Philip Stein is noted for his substantial experience representing financial institutions in high-value disputes.

    • Philip is highly sophisticated, experienced and able to cut to core issues quickly and efficiently. His aggressive litigation style is also effective.

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  • Jake Greenberg
    Jake Greenberg

    Jake Greenberg

    Jake Greenberg has experience in a variety of commercial disputes, representing both individuals and companies.

    • His responsiveness is unmatched. Jake is always available when needed and never fails to deliver thoughtful, well-reasoned guidance, even under pressure.

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    • Jake is proactive and strategic in thinking through solutions.

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    • He's solution-oriented and detail-oriented in his analysis and writing, and is able to present very complex and obscure matters. He's fabulous.

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    • Jake brings a rare combination of legal intellect, creativity and preparedness to every matter, and his communication style is clear, confident and solutions-focused.

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    • Jake demonstrates an immediate and thorough understanding of the issues, regardless of their complexity. It is quick to identify practical and strategic paths forward.

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