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Latham & Watkins LLP

Litigation: General Commercial

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Latham & Watkins LLP

Rankings

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Litigation: General Commercial - Massachusetts

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins has an impressive bench of seasoned commercial lawyers with extensive trial expertise. The firm is well regarded for complex commercial disputes, business tort and product liability litigation. Its sector experience covers tobacco, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, among others.

Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins’ cross-office team advised General Electric in connection with multiple federal securities fraud lawsuits and SEC investigations.

Strengths

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  • Latham & Watkins attorneys are experts at underlying case law and developing strategies for defending litigation.

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  • The Latham & Watkins team comes prepared with practical insights.

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  • They are across the board terrific lawyers and really understand customer service.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1William 'BJ' Trach
    Band 1William 'BJ' Trach

    William 'BJ' Trach

    BJ Trach regularly assists clients with high-value commercial disputes and offers broad sector expertise covering life sciences, technology and retail.

    • William is incredibly smart, hardworking, calm and collected.

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    • William Trach is extremely knowledgeable and very thoughtful about changes in applicable law.

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    • William Trach is one of the most talented litigators there is. He is an elite trial lawyer and corporate counsellor.

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    • William Trach is an excellent writer and even better on his feet before judges, juries and appellate panels.

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  • Band 3Elizabeth Marks
    Band 3Elizabeth Marks

    Elizabeth Marks

    Elizabeth Marks is highly regarded for her commercial litigation experience. She has noteworthy experience in handling bankruptcy-related matters.

    • Elizabeth is a very thoughtful attorney in relation to complicated litigation.

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    • Elizabeth is a really great litigator with a wonderful demeanor.

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Ranked Individuals at Latham & Watkins LLP (2)

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