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Slover & Loftus LLP

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Transportation: Rail (for Shippers) - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For
Slover & Loftus LLP is a highly respected firm with a strong stable of attorneys representing a large number of significant railroad shippers and other railroad customers from a wide range of industries. It is known for its expertise in representing clients before the Surface Transportation Board (STB) in such matters as unreasonable practice disputes and rail rate reasonableness challenges. The firm is also active in contract litigation before state and federal courts. It is further noted for representing clients before the Interstate Commerce Commission.
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Work Highlights

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  • Slover & Loftus advised Metra in providing access to three of its railroad lines to Union Pacific Railroad company.

Strengths

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  • Solver & Loftus demonstrate a strong understanding of our contractual obligations and provisions, along with a deep familiarity with the complexities of rail transportation operations.

    Transportation: Rail (for Shippers) respondentUSA

  • Slover & Loftus has huge depth and experience in transportation law.

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  • Slover has a strong team with vast experience and access to resources such as expert witnesses.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • John H LeSeur
    John H LeSeur

    John H LeSeur

    John LeSeur is well regarded for the strength of his practice in fuel surcharge litigation cases. He represents clients from a range of sectors, including energy and steel.

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  • Peter A Pfohl
    Peter A Pfohl

    Peter A Pfohl

    Peter Pfohl advises shippers from a multitude of industry sectors in matters such as rail contract disputes and fuel surcharge litigation.

    • Peter is outstanding, he understands the history and regulatory context completely and is able to translate that complex body of knowledge into a strong message.

      Transportation: Rail (for Shippers) respondentUSA

    • Peter has lot of specialized experience in rail transport which is a very niche area.

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  • Robert Rosenberg
    Robert Rosenberg

    Robert Rosenberg

    Robert Rosenberg advises clients on a range of matters before the STB, such as rail rate cases and rail abandonment issues.

    • Robert understands the history and regulatory context completely and is able to translate that complex body of knowledge into a strong message.

      Transportation: Rail (for Shippers) respondentUSA

    • Robert has many years of experience; he has excellent communication and legal skills.

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  • Andrew Kolesar
    Andrew Kolesar

    Andrew Kolesar

    Andrew Kolesar is noted for his particular expertise representing railroad clients in a variety of matters including negotiation of rail transportation contracts and rail project developments.

    • Andrew is responsive, knowledgeable and has a high level of ethical integrity.

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  • Daniel Jaffe
    Daniel Jaffe

    Daniel Jaffe

    Daniel Jaffe has an active regulatory and litigation practice, advising clients on rail operation matters, rail spur construction and issues arising from rail service disruption.

    • Dan is a trusted adviser and a solid team player who communicates very well and works hard.

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  • Frank J. Pergolizzi
    Frank J. Pergolizzi

    Frank J. Pergolizzi

    Frank Pergolizzi represents shippers in litigation at both a federal and state level, and also maintains an active regulatory practice. He is experienced in rail contract disputes and negotiations regarding transportation and fuel supply rates.

    • Frank brings strong expertise and experience to every conversation. His straight forward steady demeanor is much appreciated.

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