Department profile
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Litigation: Securities

USA Guide 2026 : California


Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Rankings

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Litigation: Securities - California

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett boast a high-quality securities litigation practice, which is regularly engaged by technology companies and investors to defend claims in California and around the United States. The firm is also highly experienced in representing Asia-based clients in actions in the US.

Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP successfully obtained a dismissal on behalf of defendant underwriters, including J.P. Morgan and Wells Fargo, of a securities class action concerning Eargo's IPO.

Strengths

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  • They consistently deliver practical, strategic advice that aligns with business objectives, especially in bet-the-company cases.

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  • The firm provides reliable and trusted counsel on highly complex matters.

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  • The team exhibits a high level of responsiveness and strategic thinking.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Up and ComingStephen Blake
    Up and ComingStephen Blake

    Stephen Blake

    Stephen Blake focuses represents a range of companies in derivative suits and shareholder litigation. He has strong experience acting for tech companies.

    • Steve has so much expertise and is so collaborative with the team.

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    • I'm impressed by Stephen's responsiveness, strategic judgment and strong organizational skills.

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    • Stephen's ability to get his arms around tricky things quickly is just astonishing. He is always the one to pick up the phone and to answer the email.

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    • Stephen Blake understands my business better than any litigator. I can give him issues to run with and he knows exactly when and how much to bring me in.

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Ranked Individuals at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (1)

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