Department profile
Burr & Forman LLP

Litigation: Appellate

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Burr & Forman LLP

Rankings

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Litigation: Appellate - Alabama

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Burr & Forman LLP possesses a distinguished litigation practice which excels in regional and national mass torts, alongside considerable expertise in consumer finance, personal injury and insurance coverage disputes. It demonstrates excellent credentials in litigation arising from highly regulated sectors, regularly acting for a range of household names in the financial services, energy, manufacturing and healthcare fields. The law firm offers considerable experience defending against class actions, challenging certification and alternative dispute resolution.

Strengths

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  • The team's strength is its attention to detail and knowledge of courts.

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  • The team at Burr & Forman is keenly analytical, and able to articulate and present arguments in a way that has impact to the appellate courts.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleC Paul Cavender
    Senior StatespeopleC Paul Cavender

    C Paul Cavender

    Paul Cavender is well known for his work representing clients in the manufacturing sector in high-value mesothelioma and other asbestos-related claims. He also defends companies against toxic torts and class actions.

  • Band 1Forrest Latta
    Band 1Forrest Latta

    Forrest Latta

    Forrest Latta has considerable experience handling appeals relating to trade secrets disputes and insurance claims. He leads Burr & Forman LLP's appellate team.
    • He is a great lawyer.

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    • Forrest is an excellent appellate litigator.

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    • Forrest Latta is extremely knowledgeable and has a good presence.

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  • Band 2Rik S Tozzi
    Band 2Rik S Tozzi

    Rik S Tozzi

    Rik Tozzi is highly regarded for his skilled representation of healthcare and financial services clients. He handles both individual litigation and class actions, as well as government investigations.
    • Rik is always easy to get hold of and his understanding of the litigation landscape is masterful. He is a huge asset and not someone we could replace.

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    • He is a top-notch litigator who gives practical, actionable advice and has a clear understanding of risks and rewards.

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  • Band 3Victor L. Hayslip
    Band 3Victor L. Hayslip

    Victor L. Hayslip

    Victor Hayslip regularly works with big-name corporations on a range of disputes. He often handles IP and trade secrets cases.

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