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DLA Piper LLP (US)

Litigation: General Commercial

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DLA Piper LLP (US)

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Litigation: General Commercial - Illinois

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
DLA Piper has a broad-based litigation practice with a nationwide presence, highly regarded for its representation of clients in consumer class actions and institutional commercial litigation. The firm features particular expertise in advising accountancy firms on professional liability disputes. Its broad client roster also includes major multinationals such as global banking, retail and real estate companies, representing both privately held and public companies. The group has additional experience in the technology, financial services and healthcare sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper represented Inteliquent in a RICO, conspiracy and communications dispute.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper is very responsive and very in depth in their analysis.

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  • They provide outstanding strategic and proactive thinking, meticulous attention to detail and quick and nimble responsiveness to feedback.

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  • Their practical experience is very broad, seamlessly blending technical legal points with pragmatic business perspective.

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  • The team is very responsive and always available when needed.

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  • The size and reach of the firm really allows it to find experts in any area of law that your particular case deals with.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • John Hamill
    John Hamill

    John Hamill

    John Hamill handles a wide range of commercial disputes and class actions, including those with allegations of employment misconduct or antitrust violations.

    • He is an excellent litigation attorney who clearly understood, presented and argued his client's case well and thoroughly.

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  • Raj Shah
    Raj Shah

    Raj Shah

    Raj Shah chairs DLA Piper's Chicago litigation group and has expertise spanning a range of commercial disputes. He has noteworthy experience representing clients in the technology and healthcare sectors.

    • Raj is smart and commercial. His breadth of experience is invaluable and he is uniquely capable of quickly processing new information and pivoting strategy.

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    • He is really able to understand the desired result and drive his team towards that result.

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    • He is approachable, realistic and a fantastic communicator.

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    • Raj is an excellent litigator. He is strategic and has great insight on how to handle matters.

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