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Litigation: Appellate
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At Fox Rothschild, our litigation philosophy is a simple one: We take on our client's problems as our own and tackle them as if our own business and reputation depended on success.
Because they do.
Fox combines the focus, drive and experience of a boutique litigation firm with the resources of one of the nation’s largest law firms. Our litigators are seasoned trial lawyers who know how to win in court. With more than 400 litigators coast to coast, we have the bench strength and flexibility to quickly mount an agile and aggressive response whenever a problem arises.
Our multidisciplinary approach is backed by a full-service firm with attorneys working in 70 diverse practice areas. Our trial lawyers have experience that runs the gamut.
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Fox Rothschild represented the City of Greensboro in defending against a wrongful death and Fourth Amendment case.
Strengths
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Fox Rothschild's lawyers are good listeners, willing to take the time to explain aspects of the law and their recommendations, and also receptive to questions and feedback and focused on the interests of the client.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAFox Rothschild consistently conveys recognition of the importance of the client's litigation through its availability, its knowledge of the details and the timeliness of its replies and updates.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAThey have proven very knowledgeable not just on the law but also have a strong understanding of the client and its business.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAThey bring a wealth of knowledge to the table and as unique questions arise can bring in subject matter experts.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAFox Rothschild is strong at discerning complex fact patterns and identifying the best means for legal recourse.
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Notable Practitioners
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Band 1 Elizabeth Brooks Scherer
Elizabeth Brooks Scherer is an experienced appellate litigator regularly sought after to advocate before both state and federal courts.
Beth Scherer has a first-rate appellate practice.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAElizabeth Scherer can quickly ascertain the primary issue and address it.
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Band 1 Matthew Nis Leerberg
Cochair of the appellate practice group, Matthew Nis Leerberg is well respected for his ability to assist clients in both federal and state appeals. His clients include organizations in the healthcare and financial services sectors, among others. Matthew Nis Leerberg is a smart, personable and extremely effective appellate advocate.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAMatt is amazing, he is extremely intelligent but also possesses the rare trait of being able to explain it to the rest of us.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAMatthew excels at every level.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAHe is extremely bright, capable and effective while also being relatable.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAMatthew Nis Leerberg takes the time to understand the details of his client's litigation and is able to commit this depth of understanding to his memory. The motions, briefs, and other papers that he authors are very professionally written and of the highest quality.
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Band 3 Patrick Kane
Patrick Kane is called upon for his experience in litigation spanning enforcement actions, civil rights and tortious business claims. Patrick Kane is an excellent resource and adviser.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAHis knowledge of the local court rules, procedures and people is first-rate and his ability to learn the client's business is also impressive.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAPatrick Kane is very responsible and reliable. He has a keen understanding of the court and legal issues, and brings great strategic thought to a matter.
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Band 4 Jeffrey MacHarg
Jeffrey MacHarg is Managing Partner of Fox Rothschild's office in Charlotte. He is recognized for his expertise in assisting clients in the industrial, logistics and other sectors with commercial litigation and shareholder disputes.
Jeffrey MacHarg is a strong communicator with legal insight and incredible responsiveness.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAJeff is an excellent lawyer who strives to understand and execute around his client's objectives.
Litigation: Appellate respondentUSAJeffrey MacHarg dives into a matter, understands the client's objective, communicates well and achieves the objective.
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Ranked Individuals at Fox Rothschild (4)
North Carolina
Elizabeth Brooks Scherer
Litigation: Appellate
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