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Litigation: Securities - New York

4
Band 4

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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Dechert inspires a lot of confidence. They are super smart and make sure you don't stub your toe.

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The whole team has always been really fantastic. They are just really great partners for really complicated and high stakes situations.

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We are very comfortable with Dechert's handling of the most complex matters. They have quality lawyers at every level.

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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.

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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.

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Gary Mennitt
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Gary Mennitt
4
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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.

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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.

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Litigation: General Commercial
Gary Mennitt
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Gary Mennitt
4
Band 4
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Litigation: Securities
Andrew J Levander
3
Andrew J Levander
3
Band 3
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Joni Jacobsen
3
Joni Jacobsen
3
Band 3
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Angela Liu
5
Angela Liu
5
Band 5
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