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White & Case LLP

Litigation: General Commercial

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White & Case LLP

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Litigation: General Commercial - Texas: Houston & Surrounds

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
White & Case LLP possesses a team of experienced litigators who are capable of handling a diverse range of commercial litigation matters, including contract, intellectual property and bankruptcy-related disputes. The firm acts for clients in the energy, manufacturing and construction spheres.
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Work Highlights

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  • White & Case continued to serve as national trial counsel to Intercos America, leading the defense in 60 lawsuits alleging that its cosmetic products contain talc and cause cancer.

Strengths

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  • White & Case's lawyers are very attentive to client communications and requests. They are very dedicated and think both strategically and practically. The firm has very experienced trial attorneys with a very high level of commercial awareness.

    Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

  • White & Case has strong attention to detail and a deep understanding of the intersection of business and legal issues.

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  • White & Case has highly competent lawyers from a technical standpoint, with a focus on client service. Their key strengths include their creativity, analysis and communication skills. The firm has a proven track record of handling the most complex matters against the most capable adversaries.

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  • White & Case is focused on what its clients are trying to achieve. The team absolutely understands the commercial aspects of things, and I know I can reach out to it for good commercial perspectives.

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  • White & Case is excellent at litigation strategy and tactics and at trial. Its teamwork is excellent and all lawyers involved are smart and highly skilled, with a very efficient allocation of workload to partners and associates.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Sean Gorman
    Sean Gorman

    Sean Gorman

    Sean Gorman has a broad commercial litigation practice, which includes representing clients in energy, technology and the public sector, among other areas.

    • Sean is a tactical leader who works exceptionally well with clients and gives confidence and support to those around him.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

    • Sean has the ability to pragmatically resolve conflicts before getting to litigation. He understands what our objectives are and doesn't come in swinging every time. He does a fantastic job at helping us achieve specifically what we need and absolutely understands the commercial aspects of things.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

    • Sean is an aggressive litigator and trial lawyer, and he has excellent judgment in assessing a case at the outset. He will unequivocally give you his opinion and lead the team to achieve the client's objective efficiently.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

    • Sean epitomizes what you are looking for in an attorney. He is a gentleman in court without in any way sacrificing advocacy. He is smart, detail-oriented and aggressive, but always with a calm and grace that is unusual.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

    • Sean is a tremendous veteran trial lawyer. He is extremely talented and does great work.

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  • Chris Dodson
    Chris Dodson

    Chris Dodson

    Chris Dodson is a commercial litigator experienced in handling a broad range of matters, including breach of contract, trade secret misappropriation and bankruptcy-related cases.

    • Chris is a great people person, an excellent communicator and he's savvy about the business implications of a dispute and its effect on the company. He knows how to help the client and develops an approach to ensure success at trial.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

    • Chris has a keen insight on how the business needs of the client interact with litigation issues, and he continues to deliver a high rate of service.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

    • I think highly of Chris and appreciate his work and perspective. He focuses on what his client is trying to achieve and has good commercial understanding.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA

    • Chris is a smart lawyer with a particular eye for client service.

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    • Chris is the definition of a great litigator. He is deeply knowledgeable about litigation dynamics in the US, always strategic and is ready to think outside the box. He has excellent interpersonal skills and is an outstanding coordinator and negotiator.

      Litigation: General Commercial respondentUSA
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