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HSG is known for its ability to try high-stakes commercial cases--domestic and multi-jurisdictional--and the quality of its legal scholarship and writing. The firm has asserted and defended groundbreaking legal claims with the potential to change the way business is done across entire industries.

 

The firm’s founders are the Hon. Richard Holwell, a former S.D.N.Y. judge, and three of his former colleagues from White & Case: Michael Shuster, Daniel Goldberg, and Dorit Ungar Black. The firm draws talent from the finest law schools, clerkships, and firms. Today, HSG has approximately 70 lawyers, including multiple former Supreme Court clerks.

 

The firm:

 

  • Won a $2.4 billion trial verdict against Lehman Brothers related to mortgage-backed securities.
  • Took to trial and settled a massive antitrust claim on behalf of MacAndrews & Forbes against News Corp.
  • Argued for the petitioners before the Supreme Court in a case raising important questions over the scope of RICO.
  • Secured a $69.8 million award—approximately 99% of the amount sought following a trial on damages—for Melody Business Finance in litigation against Philip Falcone.

·        Secured a dismissal at the trial and appellate levels of all claims against the NBA in a federal antitrust suit.

  • Is nationwide lead trial and appellate counsel for Chubb’s insurance companies in opioid coverage litigation.
  • Won a dismissal, affirmed on appeal, of claims brought by Carl Icahn against a prestigious M&A firm.


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Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite - New York

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Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Holwell Shuster & Goldberg is an elite litigation boutique that is particularly highlighted for its representation of institutional plaintiffs in major securities litigation, with in-depth experience in bringing claims against leading financial institutions, investors and government entities. The firm acts for an impressive client base which includes high net worth individuals, investors, major corporates and sovereign states. It is also noted for its strong offering in general commercial litigation, with a strong track record of success in defending against antitrust, mass tort and insurance disputes.

Work Highlights

  • Holwell Shuster & Goldberg represented Chubb as nationwide lead trial and appellate counsel in over 20 insurance coverage cases related to the opioid crisis.

Strengths

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Holwell Shuster & Goldberg combines the institutional depth and pedigree of a top litigation boutique with the kind of individual excellence that truly defines a team. It is timely, thoughtful and consistent.

Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite respondent
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Holwell Shuster & Goldberg's true strength lies in its unwavering tenacity and strategic brilliance.

Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite respondent
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Holwell Shuster & Goldberg has an incredibly deep and talented team at every level, and a great firm culture that combines the very highest standards with collaboration and teamwork. The attorneys are masters of grand strategy in large, messy cases.

Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite respondent
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Holwell Shuster & Goldberg is one of the premier commercial litigation boutiques in New York. You get the highest quality of attorneys there who do a great job. They are terrific.

Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite respondent
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Holwell Shuster & Goldberg’s performance showcases a rare mastery of the entire litigation lifecycle, distinguishing it as a premier trial and appellate firm. Its attorneys demonstrate exceptional skill and provide unwavering tenacity and strategic brilliance. The firm has a strategic depth that is truly exceptional. The way the team combines high-touch, collaborative client service with the strategic flexibility to adapt to dramatic, high-stakes changes in legal posture is the hallmark of a truly outstanding firm.

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Notable Practitioners

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Michael S Shuster
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Michael S Shuster
1
Band 1
Michael Shuster handles disputes on both the plaintiff and defense sides, and impresses with his expert handling of commercial disputes as well as securities litigation such as RMBS-related claims against financial institutions.

Michael shows up in front of the judge and is just an outstanding, very experienced lawyer.

Mike is first rate. He is an incredible lawyer and is amazing in the courtroom.

Michael has even keeled and has great judgment. He is strategically-oriented.

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Blair Kaminsky
4
Blair Kaminsky
4
Band 4
Blair Kaminsky represents both individuals and corporates in a whole host of complex commercial disputes and offers expertise in bankruptcy and securities-related litigation.

Blair is an exceptionally talented lawyer and leader of lawyers. She's a first-rate legal writer.

Blair combines extraordinary legal skill with practical, business-oriented judgment. She is strategic, unflappable and always two steps ahead, making even the most complex matters feel manageable.

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Daniel P Goldberg
6
Daniel P Goldberg
6
Band 6
Daniel Goldberg regularly represents financial and retail clients and is highly regarded for his courtroom prowess. He is particularly experienced in handling securities and bankruptcy-related litigation.

Daniel is super creative and very commercial.

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Vincent Levy
6
Vincent Levy
6
Band 6

Vincent Levy's practice spans both trial and appellate courts, in which he ably acts on behalf of clients in commercial disputes concerning theft of trade secrets, fraud and other issues. He also boasts experience presenting oral argument in the US Supreme Court.

Vincent Levy is an amazing, multifaceted attorney. At trial, he has a commanding presence with the jury and is extremely effective. He then seamlessly transitions to run a masterful appeal.

Vincent distinguishes himself through both his writing and his oral advocacy. His briefs are crafted with precision and elegance, commanding the reader’s attention without wasted words. In oral argument, he combines calm authority with disarming clarity, answering even the hardest questions in a way that makes his position feel inevitably correct.

Vincent is thoughtful, precise and a very good writer.

Vincent is an excellent attorney who is thoughtful, strategic and creative. He understands client needs and goes beyond expectations in meeting them.

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Priyanka Timblo
U
Priyanka Timblo
U
Up and Coming

Priyanka Timblo is commended for her antitrust and contract disputes acumen on both the plaintiff and defense side, as well as on a range of other commercial matters.

Priyanka is an amazing trial lawyer. She is tough as nails and extremely effective in the courtroom.

Priyanka is just an absolute dynamo and gives top-notch service.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Holwell Shuster & Goldberg LLP

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Litigation: General Commercial
Michael S Shuster
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Michael S Shuster
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Band 1
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Blair Kaminsky
4
Blair Kaminsky
4
Band 4
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Daniel P Goldberg
6
Daniel P Goldberg
6
Band 6
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Vincent Levy
6
Vincent Levy
6
Band 6
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Priyanka Timblo
U
Priyanka Timblo
U
Up and Coming
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Securities: Institutional Plaintiffs: Mainly RMBS Litigation
Michael S Shuster
1
Michael S Shuster
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Band 1
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Members

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Daniel P. Goldberg

Hon. Richard J. Holwell

Michael S Shuster

Michael S Shuster

Head of Department

Clients

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Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo)

Bank of New York Mellon

Chubb

Directors of Liquid Holdings Group, Inc.

Former Director of Sears Holding Corp.

Freddie Mac

Goldman Sachs & Co.

HSBC

Lehman RMBS Trustees

MacAndrews & Forbes Inc.

National Basketball Association

Perry Capital

PetSmart Inc.

Promontory Financial Group

Sealed Air

TiVo

Travelport

U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Visa Inc.