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McKool Smith

Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded

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McKool Smith

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Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded - California

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

McKool Smith has a strong litigation practice based around a robust core of seasoned trial lawyers. It demonstrates broad strengths in disputes concerning intellectual property rights, professional liability issues and wider contractual disputes. The firm acts for a range of high profile individuals, public sector entities and major corporations.

Work Highlights

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  • McKool Smith represented Neurobrands against The American Bottling Company and Keurig Dr Pepper in a federal action which claimed that the companies were in breach of a distributorship agreement to promote the sale of Neurobrands products.

Strengths

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  • They are seasoned trial attorneys with exceptional presentation skills. They focus on distilling the core concepts of a complex and convoluted case into a narrative that is accessible. That's an invaluable strength.

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  • The team's attention to detail is very strong. You are able to just sit down with them and they listen to make sure they have the full picture.

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  • Their experience is obvious when it comes to litigation.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Chad Hummel
    Band 4Chad Hummel

    Chad Hummel

    Chad Hummel is a highly respected litigator who receives particular plaudits for his courtroom prowess, having appeared in both civil and criminal trials arising out of commercial disputes and regulatory enforcement matters.
    • Chad is the quintessential trial attorney. He has a mind for sophisticated cases, complex legal arguments and a skill for developing accessible narratives.

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    • Chad Hummel speaks the language of business and can work with non-lawyers.

      Litigation: General Commercial: Highly Regarded respondentUSA
    • Chad's ability to listen to you and understand what your issues are is excellent.

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    • He provides excellent strategy and analysis.

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