Department profile
K&L Gates

Litigation: General Commercial

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K&L Gates

Rankings

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Litigation: General Commercial - Washington

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

K&L Gates is a global firm with expertise in class actions, securities and commercial litigation. It represents an impressive roster of household names in trade secrets, M&A fraud and contractual disputes. The firm draws upon its global platform to offer representation both nationally and in international proceedings.

Work Highlights

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  • K&L Gates represented a group of franchisees in a commercial dispute against Unibank, alleging that the bank had participated in a fraudulent investment scheme.

Strengths

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  • The team is laser sharp.

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  • We go to K&L Gates for large, complex cases because we know it will staff the matter appropriately and pursue the matter until completion.

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  • The team's preparation for and strategy during trial was exceptional. It clearly understood the law and how it applied to our set of facts.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Philip Guess
    Band 4Philip Guess

    Philip Guess

    Philip Guess focuses his practice on complex commercial and securities litigation. He has experience representing clients in major fraud cases, as well as trade secrets and contracts disputes.

    • Philip has the vocabulary needed for different audiences. When we talked to management and board members, he spoke their language and when we needed a pitbull, he took on that role with other side.

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    • Phil is an exceptional attorney. He is perceptive, patient and presents issues honestly.

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