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Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP

Litigation: Securities

USA Guide 2026 : New York


Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP

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For more than a century, clients have turned to Hughes Hubbard & Reed litigators for practical solutions to their most complex legal disputes.

Hailed as a “litigation powerhouse” by Law360, our strength stems from the depth and breadth of our experience in litigating at all court levels and administrative bodies in a wide range of practice areas, including product liability, white-collar crime, intellectual property and securities litigation. Our capabilities are complemented by a top-ranked international practice.

We have a successful track record of serving as national coordinating counsel in numerous complex cases, defending high-stakes class actions and negotiating historic settlements. With a relentless focus on delivering results, our lawyers stand ready to guide clients through every stage of litigation. While we seek to resolve litigation as early as possible, we also possess the experience and resources to try cases to verdict.

We know what matters most to our clients are results. And our results speak for themselves.

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Litigation: Securities - New York


What the Team is Known For
Hughes Hubbard & Reed boasts a broad commercial litigation practice which represents a diverse client base, including significant players in the pharmaceutical, healthcare and professional services sectors. The firm hosts a bench of experienced litigators with capabilities spanning contractual disputes, securities litigation and bankruptcy proceedings. It is regularly engaged by global clients on sophisticated cross-border disputes.

Work Highlights

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  • Hughes Hubbard & Reed continued to represent Sompo International Holdings in winning dismissal of a federal court action to recover Vincent van Gogh’s iconic Sunflowers painting (now valued at $250 million) plus $1.5 billion in damages brought by descendants of prominent German-Jewish art collector Paul von Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, who sold the painting through a Parisian art dealer in 1934 after the Nazi regime came to power.

Strengths

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  • They are pragmatic, commercial and have an excellent eye for the political climate that the client operates in. On top of that, they have great people skills and know how to interact with all types of stakeholders, which ultimately gets the best results. All team members are also very knowledgeable and together they have a solid and robust approach to all relevant areas of the law.

    Litigation: Securities respondentUSA
  • Hughes Hubbard & Reed is known for its practical approach to matters and strong client relationships, trying to anticipate clients' needs. Its attorneys have excellent abilities.

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  • Hughes Hubbard & Reed is extremely good at delivering results and keeping to the agreed scope of the tasks. The team is also very responsive and very qualified.

    Litigation: Securities respondentUSA
  • Throughout the firm, every lawyer is exceptional. They provide excellent client service and attention.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Daniel H Weiner
    Band 3Daniel H Weiner

    Daniel H Weiner

    Daniel Weiner is an experienced litigator and trial lawyer whose clients include major pharmaceutical companies. He also offers notable strengths in art litigation and international arbitration.
    • Daniel is super knowledgeable, really smart and a creative, solution-oriented lawyer who knows how to craft a great legal argument.

      Litigation: Securities respondentUSA
    • Daniel is extremely proactive and keeps in touch with me to suggest litigation strategy.

      Litigation: Securities respondentUSA
  • Band 4William R Maguire
    Band 4William R Maguire

    William R Maguire

    William Maguire comes recommended for his representation of auditors in large securities matters, and also has an active regulatory and commercial litigation practice.
    • Bill has a natural, disarming way about him and talks to the regulators in a very persuasive but not abrasive way. He can also speak on any issue in the area and is a very strategic thinker.

      Litigation: Securities respondentUSA
    • Bill is a very impressive litigator. He is effective and sharp in court.

      Litigation: Securities respondentUSA
    • He is always accessible, responsive and keeps our emotions in check.

      Litigation: Securities respondentUSA

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