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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

Securities: Litigation

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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

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Securities: Litigation - USA - Nationwide

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan houses a bench of elite plaintiff and defense-side litigators with an exceptional track record in high-value securities actions across the country. It is highly specialized in representing institutional investors in high-value litigation against major banks and other financial institutions, as well as acting on behalf of a range of corporates. It is also a prominent force in rate-fixing and market manipulation cases against financial institutions, and a go-to for major clients in opt-out litigations. Quinn Emanuel is recognized for its international reach litigating both for and against domestic and international entities.

Notable practitioners

Harry Olivar chairs the firm's nationwide securities litigation group and operates from the Los Angeles office.

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Work Highlights

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  • Quinn Emanuel secured a trial victory for Desktop Metal and its shareholders,

    obtaining an order of specific performance requiring Nano Dimension to complete its $300 million acquisition despite an activist investor's attempt to challenge the deal.

Strengths

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  • Quinn Emanuel distinguishes itself through its knowledge, appropriate aggression, grasp of the key issues and very deep bench. The firm's lawyers understand every issue without exception and can handle every matter.

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  • Quinn Emanuel is proactive in helping us avoid disputes. Bringing them in really sends a message to the other side; they are the best of the best.

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  • Quinn Emanuel provides exceptional technical lawyering coupled with sound practical advice. The firm has deep relationships, and its attorneys are exceptional. It displays real excellence.

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  • Quinn Emanuel is able to meticulously review the facts to negotiate superior outcomes.

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  • They're effective at oral argument, taking and defending depositions and live testimony in these proceedings.

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