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Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP

Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite

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Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP

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Litigation: General Commercial: The Elite - New York

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Weil, Gotshal & Manges possesses a longstanding commercial litigation practice that is held in high regard for the breadth of its industry expertise. Its lawyers act for clients such as insurers, media and entertainment companies and financial institutions on trade secrets disputes, IP litigation, antitrust proceedings and wider class actions. The firm offers a dedicated securities group whose expertise includes class actions, as well as M&A litigation and corporate governance disputes. Its litigators draw on a wealth of experience practicing before the Delaware Court of Chancery.

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Work Highlights

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  • Weil, Gotshal & Manges represented Warner Bros. Discovery and its executives in a putative securities class action arising from the $43 billion WarnerMedia–Discovery merger, securing a complete motion-to-dismiss victory in the S.D.N.Y., including dismissal of Section 11 claims, on the basis that plaintiffs failed to allege any false or misleading statements. The firm also successfully defended the win on appeal, obtaining a unanimous affirmance from the Second Circuit shortly after argument.

Strengths

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  • Weil, Gotshal & Manges has talented teams that are driven to support good results. You can trust its lawyers to be running down all angles and taking care of things behind the scenes. They are very impressive and have everything covered at all times.

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  • Weil, Gotshal & Manges offers complete dedication to and immersion with its clients. The team has great attention to detail and all work and responses are handled in a timely manner, with urgency when necessary. Overall, the firm distinguishes itself through its advocacy and ensuring the best outcome for the client. Its services are outstanding.

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  • Weil, Gotshal & Manges is confident with high-stakes issues and the strategic resolution of bet-the-company matters. The team is very responsive, and provides expert advice and quality work product.

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  • Weil, Gotshal & Manges' strategic thinking and ability to partner effectively are key strengths. The firm has a lot of lawyers who know the law and it has an army of associates to perform the necessary work. What sets the team apart is its ability to craft strategies that fit the needs of a business, while furthering the legal objectives.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • David Lender
    David Lender

    David Lender

    David Lender has extensive experience litigating a wide variety of commercial disputes, regularly taking on bet-the-company cases for major corporate clients. His expertise spans the gamut of civil litigation, with recent work in IP, antitrust and contractual disputes.

    • David gets what the business needs are. He has the unique and great ability to keep calm in the face of pressure and stress.

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    • David is very smart strategically and thorough in terms of his research and analysis.

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    • David is very experienced and an incredible litigator.

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    • David is exceptional in the courtroom.

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    • David is truly passionate about the case and helping the client.

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  • John A Neuwirth
    John A Neuwirth

    John A Neuwirth

    John Neuwirth acts for major domestic and international corporate clients in complex securities class actions, M&A litigation and cases alleging breaches of fiduciary duty.

    • John has tremendous judgment and is super smart. He is not afraid to roll his sleeves up and do the work, and the results speak for themselves. He is one of the best lawyers out there.

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    • John is fantastic. He really understands his client's needs and knows how to achieve the best results.

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    • John is an expert and professional attorney.

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    • John is an all-round excellent lawyer.

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  • Caroline Zalka
    Caroline Zalka

    Caroline Zalka

    Co-head of securities litigation, Caroline Zalka litigates diverse securities cases, encompassing class actions, derivative suits and shareholder disputes. Her clients include major financial institutions and corporate issuers.

    • Her attention to detail, client service, level of expertise and overall sophistication are super impressive.

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    • Caroline is a really talented litigator. She is unique and stands out for how she understands the business objectives and how to get there in the least painful way. She provides actionable and logical recommendations.

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    • Caroline is forward-thinking, digs in and understands the underlying thinking. She looks for an opportunity to bring a strategic perspective.

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  • Yehudah Buchweitz
    Yehudah Buchweitz

    Yehudah Buchweitz

    Yehudah Buchweitz earns impressive reviews from clients for his work in major antitrust class actions, shareholder disputes and various other civil claims.

    • Yehudah is exceptional. He is a mastermind and has extremely strong commercial acumen.

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    • Yehudah is smart, practical and helpful.

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    • Yehudah demonstrates high sophistication and knowledge in every area and detail of a case he takes on.

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    • Yehudah is very knowledgeable and incredibly constructive.

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  • Evert Christensen
    Evert Christensen

    Evert Christensen

    Evert Christensen is recognized for his securities litigation expertise, with particular strength in M&A disputes.

    • Evert is incredibly smart and well-respected. He is exceedingly sharp and reliable.

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    • Evert is a terrific Delaware litigator and adviser.

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  • Joshua Amsel
    Joshua Amsel

    Joshua Amsel

    Joshua Amsel is noted for his experience across shareholder class and derivative actions, in which he has represented clients from the finance and life sciences sectors, among others.

    • Joshua is very knowledgeable and responsive. He is a true expert in securities law and provides practical and common sense advice.

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    • Joshua is a gifted partner and a really smart litigator.

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    • Joshua has an outstanding perspective, balancing the law and practical realities.

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  • Jessica Lynn Falk
    Jessica Lynn Falk

    Jessica Lynn Falk

    Jessica Lynn Falk is recognized for her skill in both commercial litigation and intellectual property disputes.

    • Jessica is highly responsive and a great communicator.

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    • Jessica is a trusted advisor. She provides a well-rounded, high level of service that takes into account our commercial situation.

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    • Jessica is responsive, attentive to detail and excellent in court.

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    • Jessica is a talented, hardworking and skilled lawyer.

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  • Luna Barrington
    Luna Barrington

    Luna Barrington

    Luna Barrington has wide-ranging civil litigation experience, including handling antitrust and product liability cases alongside an array of commercial disputes.

    • Luna is an amazing lawyer and enjoyable to work with.

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    • Luna provides client-focused service.

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