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Litigation: Securities
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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett won a dismissal on behalf of the defendant underwriters, J.P. Morgan Securities, BofA Securities, Wells Fargo Securities and William Blair & Company, of a putative securities class action alleging false and misleading statements brought against Eargo and the underwriters following its IPO.
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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett enjoys a perch at the top of the litigation pyramid. It has been and remains a litigation firm for all seasons. The team is practical, resourceful and result-oriented. This is a department that can take a case to trial if necessary and that translates into an ability to resolve matters early and effectively because the other side understands that they are not dealing with paper tigers.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSASimpson Thacher & Bartlett is fantastic. Its attorneys are extremely savvy and experienced on issues as well as anything adjacent to them. They're among the best in terms of securities litigation and represent clients ably and strongly.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSASimpson Thacher & Bartlett's lawyers are sharp, thorough, detailed and some of the hardest workers around. Moreover at the more senior levels, the background and experience is as deep as it comes and top-notch. The firm has an incredible team that provides great service and responsiveness.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSASimpson Thacher & Bartlett is one of the top firms in this space. The team is outstanding, easy to work with and has likable people who are very professional and collaborative.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSASimpson Thacher & Bartlett provides deep technical expertise, a collaborative approach to working together and very good communication.
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Band 2 
Band 2 Lynn K Neuner
Lynn Neuner maintains a versatile and sophisticated practice, which sees her act for corporate and financial clients in shareholder disputes and securities matters, as well as insurance litigation and complex commercial disputes.
Lynn is a really savvy, smart and strategic litigator. She commands respect in the courtroom.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSALynn is incredible. Her attention to detail and ability to quickly see the whole picture, her temperament and client relation skills, as well as her skills in a courtroom, are just phenomenal.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSALynn is a tenacious litigator and an excellent strategist.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSALynn is a great partner and an incredible trial lawyer.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSAShe is incredibly talented and is a strategic thinker who looks at all angles of the matter.
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Band 1 
Band 1 Jonathan K Youngwood
Jonathan Youngwood is a much-esteemed civil litigator. He regularly represents financial clients and corporate issuers in class actions and Section 11 cases. John is hugely experienced and a very cool, calm and collected character. His instincts are fantastic and he is a wonderful person to have on your side.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSAHe is sharp, diligent and has an extraordinary strategic sense.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSAJohn is sophisticated, understands client needs and knows how to get it done. He has business acumen but remains very much in the game with respect to the substance and the legal issues.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSAJohn is a zealous advocate.
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Band 2 
Band 2 Peter E Kazanoff
Peter Kazanoff comes recommended for his expertise as a securities litigator. He demonstrates particular strength in M&A litigation, as well as financial fraud cases, class actions and shareholder disputes. He is high energy, very hands-on, likable and a great expert. He is a real asset to the Simpson Thacher team.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSAPeter is excellent and a strategic thinker. He is a pleasure to work with.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSAPeter is very smart and good to work with. He is experienced with sophisticated Delaware cases.
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Band 4 
Band 4 Craig Waldman
Craig Waldman offers extensive experience in securities litigation, regularly handling shareholder class actions, derivative suits and M&A disputes for major issuers and underwriters. Up and Coming 
Up and Coming Meredith Karp
Meredith Karp has a growing reputation representing financial institutions, media companies and digital services clients. She frequently defends clients against putative class actions and other litigation, often regarding IPOs, M&A and fraud claims.
Meredith is super smart and super responsive. She distills things very clearly and summarizes things for us so we don't have to sift through the weeds. She is also on top of everything and makes things flow smoothly.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSAMeredith is talented and gives practical advice quickly. She also understands the client.
Litigation: Securities respondentUSAMeredith is a very strong writer and is very responsive on time-sensitive matters.
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Ranked Individuals at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (6)
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Lynn K Neuner
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