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Haynes and Boone, LLP

Litigation: General Commercial

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Haynes and Boone, LLP

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Our lawyers handle commercial litigation of all sizes and any matter. Whether the case is a contract dispute, a class action or a regulatory issue, we are always mindful of the need for efficiency and budget certainty. Clients recognize the difference, noting in Chambers USA 2021 "they provide professional and clear communication on how to size options up and move cases ahead."

We recognize that needless discovery and scorched-earth tactics rarely achieve positive results. Instead, our approach is client-centered, creative, flexible and practical. Most litigation purposely never proceeds to trial, but when it does, our skilled and experienced trial teams have won numerous successful jury and bench verdicts for our clients. Additionally, our nationally recognized appellate team works closely with our trial lawyers to ensure a complete and proper record is preserved at trial in case an appeal is filed.

In high-stakes, complex business litigation, especially in the federal courts, we know the judges and opposing counsel, and they know us. About a quarter of our litigators have been judicial clerks, and many members of our team participate actively in – as well as lead – local, state and national bar groups and Inns of Court. We make sure we bring the right people to every case.

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Litigation: General Commercial - Texas: Austin & Surrounds

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Haynes and Boone, LLP has a talented commercial disputes team with expertise spanning a wide range of sectors, including energy, financial services and technology. The firm's capabilities include class actions and appellate matters.
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Work Highlights

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  • Haynes and Boone continued to act as lead counsel to the NCAA in a lawsuit brought by the Texas Attorney General’s Office under the Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) alleging that the NCAA’s transgender-participation policies unlawfully deceived consumers regarding the participants in women’s sports.

Strengths

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  • Haynes and Boone is incredibly professional, well prepared and well resourced. It never misses anything in discovery or litigation strategy. I'm confident in its ability to handle matters of any level of complexity and it has great depth; there are always attorneys that can fill in. There is never a gap in service and the team is always better prepared than the opposition, as well as being shrewd from a business point of view. I have nothing but accolades for its work and performance.

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  • The strengths that distinguish Haynes and Boone are its communication, research, writing and analytical skills. The ability to think logically, analyze information and find solutions to very complex matters is what the firm is known for. Great attorneys must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and this firm does just that.

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  • Haynes and Boone is technically fluent, meticulous and skilled on complex litigation. Business pragmatism is a key strength of the team there, and it takes a client-first approach to its work.

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  • Haynes and Boone has strong knowledge of and expertise in local court procedures and good communication skills. The team is extremely efficient and has a depth of experience. It is able to strategize commercially and understand complex structures.

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  • Haynes and Boone's team is highly capable and efficient. It is very good at listening to clients' goals and is very strong at all levels of seniority, providing incredible responsiveness.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Leslie Conant Thorne
    Leslie Conant Thorne

    Leslie Conant Thorne

    Leslie Conant Thorne is experienced with representing clients of all sizes in commercial and insurance disputes. She chairs the litigation practice at Haynes and Boone, LLP.

    • Leslie leads the team impeccably and provides prompt, precise support in every situation. Beyond her exceptional expertise in law and litigation, she also stands closely by her clients on an emotional level, allowing us to proceed with the litigation with great confidence and peace of mind.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

    • Leslie is strategic, pragmatic and able to grasp how decisions will play out given technical and commercial issues in the industry.

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    • Leslie is good at explaining complex issues in a business-oriented way and provides practical advice.

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  • Victor Vital
    Victor Vital

    Victor Vital

    Victor Vital is the global chair of Haynes and Boone's trials practice group. He is a strong performer in a range of commercial disputes and also has considerable experience handling high-stakes personal injury litigation.

    • Victor is an exceptional attorney. He is a zealous advocate who aggressively asserts his client's position under the rules of the justice system. He exudes strong communications skills, legal expertise and ethical integrity.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

    • Victor is a consummate professional trial lawyer.

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    • Victor is a venerable commercial litigator and an outstanding lawyer.

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    • Victor is a phenomenal trial lawyer. The insight and depth that he brings is very strong. He provides practical advice and is super-sharp.

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    • Victor actively tries cases in front of juries and is very strong as an advocate. He is a talented trial lawyer.

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  • Aimee Furness
    Aimee Furness

    Aimee Furness

    Aimee Furness has a wealth of experience across state and federal courts. She is well versed in commercial litigation relating to bankruptcy, construction and energy, among other issues.

    • Aimee is passionate about the quality of her work, succinct in her delivery and commercial in her approach.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

    • Aimee has an incredible mastery of all of the facts of a complex case and is very good on her feet in court. She knows every tiny piece on demand, which is extremely helpful. She is really responsive and easy to work with. Aimee gets you a useful answer very quickly and reliably.

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    • Aimee is an excellent litigator. Her ability to handle difficult and complex litigation is impressive. Her skills and competent professionalism have been very beneficial to our business. She communicates well and skillfully works with our team to provide us with the best possible representation.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

    • Aimee knows exactly what I want. She is very thoughtful and always very good on timing. She is capable of handling really complex matters and good at seeing around corners. She always seems to be looking out for me.

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  • David Harper
    David Harper

    David Harper

    David Harper assists clients with a broad range of significant and complex disputes, spanning breach of contract, intellectual property and fraud. His expertise and experience with the Texas Business Court is also recognized in the Dallas market.

    • David is a great resource. We very much appreciate his style, expertise and approach.

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    • David is an absolute professional and a strong mentor.

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    • David brings the rare combination of courtroom skill and experience, technical fluency and business pragmatism that sophisticated disputes demand.

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