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Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP

Litigation: General Commercial

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Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP

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Litigation: General Commercial - Colorado

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP maintains a fine reputation for its handling of a range of commercial disputes, including class actions. The firm is held in high regard for its expertise in securities and corporate governance litigation. The team also assists clients in pre-litigation dispute resolution. It advises corporates and high net worth individuals, with notable experience in representing clients from the real estate sector. The firm has further niche strength in acting on behalf of student loans companies.
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Work Highlights

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  • Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck represented hotel and casino operator Treasure Island in defense of a federal antitrust class action, securing a dismissal at trial which was affirmed on appeal.

Strengths

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  • The firm is very impressive in understanding a complex business and a very complex set of facts.

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  • Brownstein can handle matters that span multiple areas.

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  • The firm is very attuned to personal needs and desires, while having a complete grasp of every situation and nuance regarding the governing laws and business issues.

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  • The firm demonstrates amazing attention to detail and understanding of highly complicated matters. It's also great at pulling in experts in a wide range of subject areas as needed.

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  • Brownstein has the sophistication, bandwidth, deep company and industry knowledge, and pragmatism to handle our most complex matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Carrie E. Johnson
    Carrie E. Johnson

    Carrie E. Johnson

    Carrie Johnson is highlighted for her expert handling of complex litigation arising from transactions, as well as other commercial disputes. She cochairs the firm's litigation department.

    • Carrie is a very sophisticated strategic thinker and a tremendous litigator.

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    • Carrie operates at a much higher level than anyone else in the room, while remaining the most approachable in the room. The balance is marvelous and is a terrifically unique asset.

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    • Carrie has guided us through a minefield of complexity with care, detail and intelligence.

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  • Richard B. Benenson
    Richard B. Benenson

    Richard B. Benenson

    Richard Benenson is particularly knowledgeable on consumer protection law and the defense of class actions. He also handles regulatory compliance matters at both state and federal levels.

    • Rich is an outstanding lawyer.

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