Litigation: Securities

Jay Kasner boasts a formidable practice covering the breadth of securities litigation. He often acts for top-level corporate issuers as well as major financial institutions.

"Jay consistently exhibits a strong interest in understanding clients' businesses and creating solutions to meet their needs."

"He brings a depth of expertise and a ton of credibility."

"He is among the very best securities litigators in the country."

Scott Musoff is a highly revered litigator with a huge practice incorporating both major securities disputes and commercial cases. He comes particularly recommended for his skills as a trial lawyer.

"He has spectacular judgment, he's creative in his approach and he understands the demands on in-house counsel. He's incredibly smart, personable and disarming."

Susan Saltzstein is a go-to counselor for issuer and underwriter clients on a range of securities cases, including big-ticket class actions and shareholder derivative cases.

"Susan is a terrific, tough lawyer with a lot of technical knowledge."

Lauren Aguiar represents clients in a range of commercial trials and appellate proceedings. She is held in high esteem for her broad-ranging caseload, with strength across matters such as bankruptcy disputes as well as consumer class actions.

"I could not have hoped for a more experienced, energetic or wiser counsel."

"Lauren is a fantastic person to work with. She is an extremely dedicated litigator. I feel very comfortable working with her."

"She's really sharp, extremely capable and an effective communicator. She's a good person to have on your team."

Alexander Drylewski is a fine choice for clients operating in the Web3 space, with experience in litigation arising out of blockchain disputes. His strength in defending securities class actions and shareholder derivative suits is complemented by a wider practice in complex commercial litigation.

"He has an excellent way of blending knowledge and skill with a bedside manner, and he is always in control."

"Alex is an exceptional lawyer with strong communication, brief writing and case theory skills."

"Alex's super power is that he combines diplomatic business acumen with superb litigation strategy and execution. It's an incredibly valuable combination."

Robert Fumerton acts for corporate issuers and financial institutions on diverse securities actions including securities fraud, breach of fiduciary duty and misleading statements.

"He is responsive, pragmatic and creative."

"He's a good lawyer and a smart guy. He's definitely part of the structural pillars of the Skadden securities group."

Tansy Woan has widespread experience handling securities class and derivative actions concerning alleged false and misleading statements and fiduciary duty breaches.