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DLA Piper LLP (US)

Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded

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DLA Piper LLP (US)

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Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded - New York

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper boasts a strong commercial disputes practice. It is frequently retained to act on product liability claims, breach of contract disputes, insolvency litigation and with impressive expertise in nationwide class actions. The firm acts for an impressive global client base and draws on an extensive worldwide network to supplement handling of cross-border disputes. It offers further capabilities in securities matters.

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Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper won a motion to dismiss for Danone North America in a lawsuit alleging that evian water is misleadingly marketed as “natural spring water” despite containing measurable quantities of microplastics.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper has a strong, prompt and well-informed team. The firm always provides great work and promptly responds to questions and requests.

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  • DLA Piper's key strengths are its legal skills, client responsiveness and breadth of practice areas. The team is fast, responsive and provides practical advice.

    Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

  • DLA Piper is very strong in legal research and preparation of briefs and pleadings. The firm has a high quality of partners and associates and a worldwide presence, with expertise in all areas of law.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Keara Gordon
    Keara Gordon

    Keara Gordon

    As cochair of DLA Piper's class action practice, Keara Gordon is a go-to choice for major corporates facing large-scale multidistrict litigation, often involving multiple allegations. She is particularly noted for her expertise in consumer class actions.

    • Keara is bright, articulate and quick to respond, with the right answer.

      Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

    • Keara is a fantastic lawyer.

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  • Colleen Gulliver
    Colleen Gulliver

    Colleen Gulliver

    Colleen Gulliver is noted for her broad-based commercial disputes expertise, with experience handling consumer class actions, privacy and securities litigation.

    • Colleen is a trusted business partner and we feel extremely comfortable with her mastery of complex litigation.

      Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

    • Colleen is a great lawyer. She is responsive, knowledgeable and gives practical and timely advice.

      Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

    • Colleen is commercial and pragmatic.

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  • John J Clarke Jr.
    John J Clarke Jr.

    John J Clarke Jr.

    John Clarke is an experienced securities litigator and fine choice for representation in class actions. He offers notable experience in acting for insurers.

    • John is exceedingly thorough and timely in addressing litigation updates and evolving issues.

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    • John is truly an expert in this space. He's a brilliant brief writer and a great oral advocate.

      Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA

    • John is professional, prompt and genuinely dedicated to securing the best result. His attention to detail and demeanor make the case much more manageable.

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