About

Provided by Dechert LLP

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.

Chambers Review

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Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded - New York

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Dechert is recognized by the market for its range of capabilities in litigation, with strengths across the full gamut of civil disputes. The firm is frequently retained on cross-border matters, including large cross-border investigations and international insolvency work. It is also highlighted for its notable securities practice. It boasts a significant track record of success in appellate suits filed across multiple circuits.

Work Highlights

  • Dechert represents Guggenheim Funds Investment Advisors in breach of fiduciary duty litigation arising out of the performance of an energy-related investment fund and the subsequent merging of the fund with a different fund.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Andrew J Levander
3
Andrew J Levander
3
Band 3
Andrew Levander acts for top clients in big-ticket securities class actions and shareholder disputes, drawing on his notable regulatory expertise. His civil litigation practice complements his notable strength in criminal proceedings.

He is incredibly effective and certainly someone that clients go to with their most challenging situations.

Joni Jacobsen
3
Joni Jacobsen
3
Band 3

Joni Jacobsen possesses a wealth of experience advising on securities class actions, derivative claims and shareholder demand letters. She is global cochair of Dechert's securities and complex litigation practice group.

Joni is a brilliant, level headed attorney who will get amazing results for you.

Gary Mennitt
4
Gary Mennitt
4
Band 4
Gary Mennitt regularly advises clients on cross-border disputes. He offers particular expertise in insolvency litigation.

Gary is an exceptional lawyer.

Gary has wide experience.

Angela Liu
5
Angela Liu
5
Band 5

Angela Liu has experience acting on behalf of corporates and their directors and executives in a wide array of securities matters, including class actions, derivative claims and M&A litigation.

Angela is a great partner and I would go to her for the most complex issues.

Angela has a deep expertise in discovery and the general process around litigation.

Ranked Lawyers at
Dechert LLP

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New York

Litigation: General Commercial

Gary Mennitt
4
Gary Mennitt
4
Band 4
Litigation: Securities

Andrew J Levander
3
Andrew J Levander
3
Band 3
Joni Jacobsen
3
Joni Jacobsen
3
Band 3
Angela Liu
5
Angela Liu
5
Band 5