Litigation: General Commercial
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With more than 150 lawyers focusing on litigation, Phelps brings high level skill to all forms of dispute resolution on behalf of our clients. We understand your business and the problems you face. That’s why we’ll always work with you every step of the way to find effective solutions. Our attorneys have been called upon to represent both plaintiffs and defendants in multi-million dollar class actions, major bankruptcies, high profile breach of contract claims and significant securities cases. Whether through arbitration, mediation, litigation or appeal, our attorneys will execute strategies tailored to your objectives.
Chambers Review
Phelps Dunbar LLP continues to represent major corporations and municipal bodies in civil and criminal disputes, including large-scale class actions. The firm acts for plaintiffs and defendants in matters involving construction defects, antitrust claims and intellectual property disputes, as well as offering significant expertise in securities litigation. The group also handles sensitive white-collar criminal cases. It maintains offices in New Orleans and Baton Rouge.
Work Highlights
- Phelps Dunbar defended Wells Pharma of Houston in a federal lawsuit seeking to apply state competition law to the sale of a compounded drug.
Strengths
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"The Phelps Dunbar attorneys are wonderful in explaining the pros and cons of the various strategies around the different issues."
"In addition to technical competency, the Phelps Dunbar team demonstrated deep knowledge of the local courts."
"The Phelps Dunbar attorneys are wonderful in explaining the pros and cons of the various strategies around the different issues."
"In addition to technical competency, the Phelps Dunbar team demonstrated deep knowledge of the local courts."
Notable Practitioners
Harry Rosenberg enjoys an enviable reputation in the market for his adept handling of complex white-collar cases and commercial disputes.
"Harry is a legend in the white-collar criminal bar in New Orleans, a title that is very well deserved."
"Harry provides very insightful and practical advice on tactical and strategic levels."
Christopher Ralston centers his practice on the handling of commercial disputes arising across a range of sectors. Ralston's areas of expertise include trade secret, breach of contract and unfair trade matters.
"Chris is an excellent lawyer and provides superb service and superior technical ability."
"He is well-connected and experienced."
David Patrón frequently represents clients active in the oil and gas, retail and pharmaceutical sectors. His wide-ranging practice includes advising on trade secret, unfair trade, discrimination and antitrust disputes.
"Exceedingly smart, shows great judgment and is well connected."
"He is a good litigator."
Dennis Blunt is well regarded in the market for his expertise in a variety of disputes. He advises clients on fraud matters and litigation arising from contract issues, frequently acting for clients in the health insurance industry.
"Dennis is very responsive and knowledgeable."
Walt Green brings his extensive experience as a former United States Attorney to his white-collar crime and civil and criminal investigations practice. He frequently represents clients in the healthcare industry.
"Walt brings excellent experience and expertise."
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