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Morrison Foerster

Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite

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Morrison & Foerster is no stranger to complex, high-stakes disputes. Our clients, whether they are Fortune 100 multinationals or early-stage tech companies, turn to us for help with their most difficult legal issues.

We work closely with them to understand their businesses, identify potential areas of legal exposure, devise strategies to manage risk, and, where appropriate, resolve disputes short of trial. If it comes to trial, Morrison & Foerster litigators win. Our clients have prevailed in hundreds of cases before judges and juries.

With more than 150 litigators based in its California offices, Morrison & Foerster handles the most complex and demanding litigation and appellate matters for clients at all levels of federal and state courts in California and across the United States. Our local team includes some of the top trial lawyers in the United States, as well as leaders in:

  • General Commercial
  • Intellectual Property
  • Securities
  • Antitrust
  • White Collar Crime & Government Investigations
  • Products Liability
  • Class Action Defense
  • Unfair Competition
  • Privacy
  • Trade Secrets Litigation

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Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite - California

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Morrison Foerster has a formidable litigation practice recognized for its capabilities in market-defining securities litigation and cutting-edge commercial cases. The firm calls upon excellent expertise in the technology and financial services sectors to provide strength in diverse matters, including privacy and data security issues and unfair business practice claims. The team's securities expertise spans class actions and corporate governance cases, among other areas. It is considered a go-to resource for mega Silicon Valley players facing challenging litigation, alongside roles acting for major financial institutions, retailers and manufacturers.

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Work Highlights

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  • Morrison Foerster represented SoftBank Group in several class actions filed in connection with the collapse of the cryptocurrency exchange FTX.

Strengths

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  • The MoFo team is thoughtful in understanding nuances, working with multiple parties and crafting a dynamic strategy.

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  • The team has a deep bench from associates to partners. Each member is well-versed in the issue at hand and ready to step in in place of another.

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  • Morrison and Foerster demonstrates a high degree of judgment, efficiency and knowledge.

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  • Their skills in research and writing, and breadth of experience across securities claims is exceptional. They achieve outstanding results.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jordan Eth
    Jordan Eth

    Jordan Eth

    Jordan Eth offers in-depth knowledge and leading expertise in securities litigation, and regularly acts for clients in significant actions brought by shareholders.

    • Jordan Eth is a very seasoned and effective lawyer with swift and decisive judgment.

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    • Jordan provides excellent support and insightful, steady advice.

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  • Arturo J González
    Arturo J González

    Arturo J González

    Arturo González is a well-regarded litigator practicing across the spectrum of commercial mandates, including contractual disputes and trade secrets matters. He attracts particular praise for his skills in court.

    • Arturo is a jury whisperer. He masters a courtroom, when he talks, everyone listens and the judge leans in. He is a phenomenal trial lawyer.

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    • Arturo is a lion of the Bar. He's one of the top trial lawyers in California.

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    • Arturo is a fantastic trial lawyer.

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  • Tiffany Cheung
    Tiffany Cheung

    Tiffany Cheung

    Tiffany Cheung is a skilled lawyer who is adept in handling consumer and privacy class actions. She has significant experience in the technology sector.

    • Tiffany is smart, knowledgeable and active in the community.

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    • Tiffany has incredible command of complex issues.

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  • Anna Erickson White
    Anna Erickson White

    Anna Erickson White

    Anna Erickson White counsels clients in the tech and life sciences industries on sophisticated securities class actions.

    • Anna has got substance and gravitas. I've been lucky to have her on the team.

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    • Anna consistently demonstrates a thoughtful and expert approach to complex securities litigation.

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    • Anna was great at ensuring the team had all the right and necessary resources to guide the company through litigation.

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  • Ryan Keats
    Ryan Keats

    Ryan Keats

    Ryan Keats is co-chair of Morrison Foerster's securities litigation group. He is noted for his representation of companies in derivative suits, class actions and broader investigations.

    • Ryan is a highly effective advocate and communicator who ensures his clients' positions are clearly and forcefully represented.

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    • Ryan's deep experience and ability to navigate the issues was exceptional.

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    • Ryan Keats probably has the best read of a room.

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