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Dechert LLP

Litigation: Appellate

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Dechert LLP

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We represent a range of industries in commercial agreements, consumer fraud, insurance and banking, false advertising, corporate governance and M&A-related claims. Recognized for our multi-jurisdictional capabilities and deep expertise, we devise litigation strategy, manage virtual law firms, facilitate pre-trial resolutions to commercial disputes, defeat class certification, manage e-discovery, obtain summary judgments or voluntary dismissal of claims, negotiate favorable settlements and prevail at trial.

Securities Litigation: Dechert is recognized as one of the foremost defenders against complex, high-stakes litigation in the country. Our experienced lawyers bring an invaluable perspective and credibility that comes from being in the shoes of government decision makers.

White Collar and Investigations: Dechert’s acclaimed white collar lawyers defend clients facing allegations of financial and business crimes and related civil and class action litigation. We handle all phases of an investigation, and when litigation is unavoidable, implement a comprehensive strategy of relentless advocacy to secure the interests and well-being of our clients.

Financial Services Litigation: Our fund litigators are involved in all of the strategic legal issues currently affecting the industry, representing many leading fund complexes and boards, hedge funds and banking institutions as well as working closely with industry organizations.

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What the Team is Known For

Dechert possesses a standout practice offering wide-ranging expertise in high-stakes commercial litigation. The firm is highly adept in complex securities cases, alongside expertise in antitrust, product liability and professional negligence litigation. It additionally maintains an excellent reputation for its work in appellate matters. The firm boasts an impressive client base, including leading consumer goods, chemical, pharmaceutical and energy companies.

Work Highlights

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  • Dechert represented Erie Indemnity Company in a dispute with insurance subscribers alleging breach of fiduciary duty regarding the group's fee structure.

Strengths

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  • Their ability to handle large multiparty matters with precision and responsiveness makes them a reliable and highly capable partner.

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  • We often require creative solutions to complex problems, which they regularly provide.

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  • The Dechert team covers a wide range of needs, from appellate to trial experience and everything in between.

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  • Dechert is extremely responsive and provides critical guidance and counsel.

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  • Dechert distinguishes itself through its exceptional litigation skill, technical sophistication and disciplined case management.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleRobert C Heim
    Senior StatespeopleRobert C Heim

    Robert C Heim

    Robert Heim earns recognition for representing clients in a broad range of areas including antitrust, product liability and defamation. He is highly regarded for his work on appellate litigation.
  • Senior StatespeopleSteven B Feirson
    Senior StatespeopleSteven B Feirson

    Steven B Feirson

    Steven Feirson garners accolades from market sources for his sophisticated work on commercial litigation and securities disputes. He is particularly skilled acting for clients in class action suits.
  • Band 1Hope Seidenberg Freiwald
    Band 1Hope Seidenberg Freiwald

    Hope Seidenberg Freiwald

    Hope Seidenberg Freiwald is a respected litigator with a standout practice handling high-value product liability claims, toxic tort suits and consumer class actions.

    • Hope is responsive, empathetic, thoughtful and unrivalled in skill.

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    • Hope is responsive, knowledgeable and clearly respected by both the plaintiffs' and defendants' Bar.

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    • Hope is an excellent lawyer.

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  • Band 1Michael H McGinley
    Band 1Michael H McGinley

    Michael H McGinley

    Michael McGinley has developed a strong reputation for his work in appellate matters.
  • Band 1Michael S Doluisio
    Band 1Michael S Doluisio

    Michael S Doluisio

    Michael Doluisio is a recognized securities litigation specialist. He regularly represents clients in securities class and derivative actions.

    • Michael is thorough, prepared, smart and experienced.

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    • Michael Doluisio is a no-nonsense lawyer, but he is also good-humored, which adds to his assets as counsel.

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  • Band 1Will Sachse
    Band 1Will Sachse

    Will Sachse

    Will Sachse excels in handling product liability and consumer fraud claims, with experience acting for clients in pharmaceuticals, medical devices and other industries.

    • Will Sachse consistently brings valuable strategic thought and deep case knowledge to his work.

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    • Will Sachse is steeped in the science of litigation.

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  • Band 2Katherine Unger Davis
    Band 2Katherine Unger Davis

    Katherine Unger Davis

    Katherine Unger Davis has a well-reputed practice acting on product liability and mass torts litigation.

  • Band 2Steven E Bizar
    Band 2Steven E Bizar

    Steven E Bizar

    Steven Bizar comes recommended for his expertise in antitrust-related matters, but also has wider experience in general corporate litigation such as trade secrets, and contractual disputes.

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