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Lippes Mathias LLP

Litigation: General Commercial

USA Guide 2026 : New York: Upstate


Lippes Mathias LLP

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Provided by Lippes Mathias LLP

The attorneys on Lippes Mathias’ Litigation Practice Team regularly serve clients across the country. From individuals and closely held companies to large multi-national corporations, our litigators have the ability to represent you in many state, federal and appellate courts throughout the United States. We additionally regularly appear before governmental/administrative boards, agencies and commissions as well as arbitration and mediation panels. Regardless of the venue or size of the client, we consistently strive to tailor a cost-effective defense or prosecution of your claims.

At Lippes Mathias, our litigators pride themselves in working collaboratively with the firm’s other corporate-based practice groups to counsel corporate clients on the structure of contracts and transactions so that our clients are able to minimize risk and avoid litigation.

While litigation is rarely the preferred outcome when a dispute arises, in the event a dispute is imminent, we encourage you to contact Lippes Mathias' Litigation Practice Team so that we can help you develop a comprehensive strategy to manage your legal concern while protecting your current and future business interests.

Chambers Review

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Litigation: General Commercial - New York: Upstate

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Lippes Mathias LLP has a dynamic team noted for its expertise across a broad range of contentious matters, acting for a diverse roster of clients ranging from individuals and closely held businesses to multinational corporations. The practice maintains particular strengths in environment and real estate-related disputes, and is particularly sought after for its expertise in False Claims Act, class actions and civil rights violation cases. It also offers extensive appellate and alternative dispute resolution capabilities.

Work Highlights

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  • Lippes Mathias defended Better Mortgage Corporation in a lawsuit concerning claims of an improper lien on the plaintiff's property, which is preventing redevelopment.

Strengths

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  • The entire team is responsive and knows our needs well.

    Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA
  • The law firm demonstrates a perfect combination of independent decision-making but deference to the client on the most significant decisions.

    Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA
  • Lippes Mathias has the ability to handle complex cases with a simple practicality.

    Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Richard Scherer
    Band 3Richard Scherer

    Richard Scherer

    Richard Scherer leads the business and commercial litigation team at Lippes Mathias. He has a broad base of commercial disputes experience, including handling shareholder actions, contract litigation and arbitral proceedings.

    • Richard Scherer is a great litigator and an even better relationship attorney.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA
  • Band 4Jennifer Persico
    Band 4Jennifer Persico

    Jennifer Persico

    Jennifer Persico leads the litigation department at Lippes Mathias. She handles a range of commercial disputes.

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New York: Upstate

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