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Mayer Brown LLP

Litigation: General Commercial

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Mayer Brown LLP

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Litigation: General Commercial - Illinois

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Mayer Brown has a highly regarded Chicago practice with strength across the gamut of litigation issues. The firm possesses broad civil expertise including product liability and antitrust disputes. It has considerable trial ability and experience. It attracts an impressive roster of major financial services and pharmaceutical companies. The team offers particular strength in the technology, sports and automotive industries.
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Work Highlights

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  • Mayer Brown achieved an appellate victory for TC Energy, which reversed a $199 million judgment previously entered against the company in connection with its $13 billion acquisition of Columbia Pipeline Group.

Strengths

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  • Mayer Brown makes the complex simple for us. They have been zealous advocates for us and bring an appropriate balance of being aggressive but pragmatic in their approach, doing things strategically.

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  • They ask the right questions and are driven in getting commercial outcomes.

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  • They are extremely practical.

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  • The team not only has deep knowledge of the law, but a commitment to client service. They are incredibly responsive and know our company and business inside and out.

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  • The lawyers are super practical, creative and solution-oriented.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Michael Olsen
    Michael Olsen

    Michael Olsen

    Michael Olsen is adept at representing clients in personal injury, toxic tort and environmental contamination matters, with experience acting as national counsel.

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  • Michael Scodro
    Michael Scodro

    Michael Scodro

    Previously serving as the Illinois Solicitor General, Michael Scodro is a highly experienced advocate with appearances before a variety of appellate courts, including the US Supreme Court.

    • He is really terrific and highly skilled.

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    • Michael is a fabulous appellate lawyer.

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    • Michael Scodro is an outstanding appellate layer and advocate who is able to argue complex legal issues in a clear and effective manner.

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  • Timothy S Bishop
    Timothy S Bishop

    Timothy S Bishop

    Timothy Bishop is highlighted for his deep appellate expertise that sees him routinely argue matters before the US Supreme Court. He is particularly experienced in environmental cases.

    • Timothy is a top appellate lawyer.

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    • Timothy Bishop is efficient, delivers incredible results and always has great insight.

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