Law Firm Defense
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
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Jenner & Block is regularly seen defending legal industry clients across the full gamut of legal issues, acting for a broad spectrum of multinational, mid-size and boutique firms. The practice enjoys a sterling reputation for its advocacy skills, with a wealth of expertise defending malpractice and ethics claims in trial and in arbitration.
Strengths
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"We felt that they had deep experience defending law firms. They seemed to have a very practical approach, which is what we were looking for, and they were able to put together a team that had all the underlying expertise that we needed."
"They were great to work with, did a deep dive into everything and developed every possible defense. It was clear from the outset that having a firm like Jenner on our side carried a great weight with the opposing side, and that really matters in these kinds of claims."
"Their legal work is first-rate, both the written work and the oral presentations, and their representations in court have been outstanding."
"They have outstanding analytical skills and they're very, very detail-oriented, very strategic and practical. They have a great ability to see an overall strategy for a case."
"They have a very deep understanding of the issues, they can break down complexity and manage it in a very productive way. They can wrap their head around a huge amount of material and then distill that down to something that's understandable and manageable."
"We felt that they had deep experience defending law firms. They seemed to have a very practical approach, which is what we were looking for, and they were able to put together a team that had all the underlying expertise that we needed."
"They were great to work with, did a deep dive into everything and developed every possible defense. It was clear from the outset that having a firm like Jenner on our side carried a great weight with the opposing side, and that really matters in these kinds of claims."
"Their legal work is first-rate, both the written work and the oral presentations, and their representations in court have been outstanding."
"They have outstanding analytical skills and they're very, very detail-oriented, very strategic and practical. They have a great ability to see an overall strategy for a case."
"They have a very deep understanding of the issues, they can break down complexity and manage it in a very productive way. They can wrap their head around a huge amount of material and then distill that down to something that's understandable and manageable."
Notable Practitioners
Michael McNamara has attained a formidable reputation for his advocacy skills, with an impressive track record in defending clients in high stakes trial and arbitration settings.
"Mike has a wonderfully disarming way which makes clients feel comfortable and brings the anxiety level down. He also has a lot of experience, which provides a heightened level of confidence. He's easy-going but also a fierce advocate who's very persuasive and a great strategist."
"Mike's strength is his deep experience and ability to connect with clients and opposing counsel. He is very personable and a seasoned trial lawyer."
"Mike is a very strong litigator with an incredible background to help guide him through complex issues."
John Storino is frequently seen advising law firm clients on professional responsibility and malpractice matters, as part of a broad commercial disputes practice.
"John is very sophisticated in his knowledge of the rules and in legal malpractice defense. He has a high level of expertise, he's extremely able and a highly intelligent lawyer. He's our go-to guy when we have something complex."
"I often get frustrated with outside counsel when they give theoretical advice, but he was great at telling us exactly what we needed to do and what the guardrails should be. He's a great partner to work with to accomplish an important task."
"He's a smart guy, who is appropriately aggressive but tries hard to solve the problem. The bedside manner really matters in this area - a lawyer wants to feel like they're taken care of, and he did that."
Kirsten Spira is a highly respected litigator who offers a wealth of experience in defending clients in malpractice claims, as well as counselling law firms on ethics and professional responsibility issues.
"She was outstanding."
"The quality of her briefing and work product stands out."
April Otterberg enjoys a growing reputation for her expertise in defending lawyers, law firms and other service professionals in a broad array of malpractice, negligence and ethics issues.
"April is extraordinary. If I had a big problem, she's the person we'd hire. She has absolute devotion to the client's cause and the best result for the client."
"She's just a phenomenal attorney. April is as smart as they come and a deeply strategic thinker too."
Ranked Lawyers at
Jenner & Block LLP
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