Litigation: General Commercial
USA Guide 2024 : Texas: Houston & Surrounds
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Kirkland & Ellis fields a highly regarded litigation offering in Dallas which is also able to draw upon the firm's statewide, national and international bench. The firm boasts an enviable client roster and a strong track record in high-stakes commercial disputes. Particular areas of expertise include energy and natural resources, and bankruptcy litigation.
Work Highlights
- Kirkland & Ellis secured a favorable settlement for Nalco Co in a bellwether trial against six plaintiffs alleging $70 million in personal injuries related to an explosion at an Exxon chemical plant in Baytown, Texas.
Strengths
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"With Kirkland you are getting the best possible advice. Everything is incredibly well thought-out."
"The firm has tremendous bench strength with phenomenal junior partners and associates."
"Kirkland has a great team. They are very knowledgeable in all aspects of law and able to get up the learning curve quickly on complex matters."
"With Kirkland you are getting the best possible advice. Everything is incredibly well thought-out."
"The firm has tremendous bench strength with phenomenal junior partners and associates."
"Kirkland has a great team. They are very knowledgeable in all aspects of law and able to get up the learning curve quickly on complex matters."
Notable Practitioners
As head of Kirkland & Ellis' litigation practice in the Dallas office, Jeremy Fielding has considerable experience assisting clients with the full gamut of commercial disputes. He garners wide praise for his trial skill.
"He is a special trial talent and one of the best in Texas. He makes complicated things simple and makes most commercial problems relatable. He is creative and good on his feet."
"He is a very talented advocate and trial lawyer. Jeremy is super sharp, quick on his feet, and both a relentless advocate and cross-examiner."
Anna Rotman handles complex commercial and environmental litigation on behalf of clients in the energy sector, with experience spanning contractual, bankruptcy and trade secrets issues.
"Anna is thoughtful, even-keeled and articulate in making arguments resonate. She is really good at analysis and letting you know if something will work or not."
"Anna is pragmatic in her approach to complex litigation and a skilled and effective trial attorney who is continuously thinking about various ways to reach the best resolution for the client. Her client service is exceptional, she is responsive and thoughtful in her communications."
Taj Clayton is recognized for his broad-based commercial disputes expertise, which encompasses product liability, employment and intellectual property matters.
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