Appellate Law
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
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Gibson Dunn maintains its premier standing in the appellate arena, calling upon a formidable array of highly experienced and deeply respected litigators to offer a wealth of experience before the US Supreme Court and state and federal courts nationwide. The firm makes frequent appearances in high-value and far-reaching matters, with notable experience in constitutional law, legislative challenges and wider business disputes. Its impressive client base spans a range of leading multinationals, trade associations and financial institutions.
Work Highlights
- Gibson Dunn represented Slack in a Supreme Court case regarding the right to sue under Section 11 of the Securities Act.
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"Gibson Dunn are amazing. I rely on them for bet-the-company litigation, they're a go-to for that."
"The Gibson Dunn team are super smart and super knowledgeable about appellate procedures and how to use them to get the best results."
"Gibson is one of our go-to firms for challenging matters. They work seamlessly across their practice areas to deliver a high-value service to the client."
"Gibson Dunn are amazing. I rely on them for bet-the-company litigation, they're a go-to for that."
"The Gibson Dunn team are super smart and super knowledgeable about appellate procedures and how to use them to get the best results."
"Gibson is one of our go-to firms for challenging matters. They work seamlessly across their practice areas to deliver a high-value service to the client."
Notable Practitioners
Theodore Boutrous is highly experienced in acting for clients in federal and state appellate courts, as well as in Supreme Court matters, with a particularly strong reputation in First Amendment and product liability disputes.
"Ted is an outstanding strategist and a tremendous oral advocate."
"He's one of the best advocates out there."
Miguel Estrada offers clients a wealth of experience acting in appeals spanning multiple federal and state courts, in addition to the US Supreme Court.
"Miguel is one of the best lawyers I've ever seen."
Allyson Ho cochairs the firm's appellate and constitutional law group and is particularly adept at handling cases in the Fifth Circuit. Her expertise extends nationally and she has experience acting for clients across the country in federal and state courts.
"Allyson is incredible at spotting issues and crafting arguments to solve them. She is very easy to work with."
"She's an extremely strong writer. She turns the complex into the simple."
"A very smart lawyer who is very effective in court."
Thomas Hungar is highlighted for his expertise in appellate litigation, with clients benefiting from his wealth of experience in high-stakes litigation.
"Tom is a very effective oral advocate."
Helgi Walker has standout expertise in the telecommunications sector and is regularly called upon to advise on appellate challenges to federal agency actions.
"Helgi is a real thought leader with a knack for identifying appellate issues that are relevant to the case. She knows how to tailor her arguments to the court she's dealing with."
Matthew McGill offers clients robust strengths in appellate matters and is held in particularly high regard for his expertise in judgement and arbitral award enforcement matters.
"He is a superb counselor, giving astute business advice. He is insightful, he is thorough and he is practical and efficient."
Thomas Dupree is particularly noted for his expertise in the transport sector, as part of a broad appellate practice which also includes strengths in intellectual property, employment law and shareholder disputes.
"He is absolutely brilliant in advocacy and presents his argument effectively, going to the court in an engaging way."
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