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Gunster

Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite

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Our litigators focus on realizing the most advantageous outcome
imaginable regarding the full spectrum of commercial law disputes.
When the stakes are high or a company’s future is on the line, our
litigators strive to devise a formidable defense or prosecution.
Arbitration and mediation services include the non‐litigated
resolution of disputes not only in the U.S., but also internationally.

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Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite - Florida

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What the Team is Known For

Gunster has a broad commercial litigation practice noted for its strengths in financial services, insurance, real estate and product liability disputes. The team also enjoys a very strong reputation for professional malpractice defense work. It represents an array of clients including financial institutions and prominent accountancy and law firms. The firm draws upon an impressive statewide presence, with 13 Florida office locations.

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Work Highlights

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  • Gunster continued to represent JUUL Labs as nationwide co-counsel for product liability litigation claiming hundreds of millions of dollars in relation to the company's electronic nicotine delivery systems.

Strengths

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  • The team is extremely responsive, and it achieves good results. Its biggest strength is its excellent communication skills.

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  • Gunster has great depth of knowledge and very experienced trial lawyers.

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  • Gunster has top lawyers who are very smart and sophisticated.

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  • What makes Gunster stand out is its client-centered approach. The firm invests the time to understand a client's business, goals and the broader industry dynamics that influence their decisions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • David M Wells
    David M Wells

    David M Wells

    David Wells comes recommended for his vast experience representing individuals, corporations and financial institutions in commercial disputes. His practice spans the full range of dispute resolution, including trials and appeals.

    • David is a great litigator.

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  • William Schifino Jr
    William Schifino Jr

    William Schifino Jr

    William Schifino maintains a broad practice, ranging from IP litigation to representing law firms in malpractice claims.

    • Bill's knowledge, experience, analytical skills and communication skills separate him from others.

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    • He is a standout attorney who brings a depth of legal knowledge, particularly in complex business disputes. He guides through high-stakes situations with clarity and confidence.

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    • Bill can and has handled any type of case; he's seen it all. He has a calm demeanor, which speaks to the confidence he has about his ability to prepare a case and present it the right way.

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    • Bill quickly grasps the complex issues involved and develops a sophisticated litigation strategy. His courtroom presence is also confident and persuasive.

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  • Nicole Atkinson
    Nicole Atkinson

    Nicole Atkinson

    Nicole Atkinson is noted for her widespread litigation expertise, with experience handling professional liability, business and technology-related disputes, among others.

    • Nicole is a confident and determined litigator.

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    • I have amazing respect for Nicole as an attorney and as a litigator. She can completely hold a room. She is incredibly impressive and professional.

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  • George LeMieux
    George LeMieux

    George LeMieux

    George LeMieux is sought after to handle a broad array of commercial disputes on behalf of clients across the finance, healthcare and real estate sectors, among others.

    • He's very impressive, and he really can command a room very well. He is a very impressive guy to be around.

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    • He's really well connected and a very capable lawyer, no matter what court you drop him into.

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    • George is detail-oriented, even-toned and persuasive.

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    • George is an excellent resource and a brilliant strategist.

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  • Megan Moon
    Megan Moon

    Megan Moon

    Meghan Moon is adept at representing clients across a range of disputes in both state and federal courts. Her experience includes class actions, business disputes and bankruptcy-related matters.

    • Megan Moon is a very experienced litigator and courtroom lawyer. She has a keen understanding of what it's like to present a case in court and the evidence needed to persuade a judge and jury.

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  • Michael Green
    Michael Green

    Michael Green

    Michael Green handles a range of business and civil litigation matters, with a particular focus on real estate-related disputes.

    • His questions are so sharp and so well thought out. He has a natural ability to ask sharp, pointed questions without the other side realizing he is slicing and dicing them.

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    • He is a smart, aggressive lawyer.

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