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USA Guide 2023
USA - Nationwide Appellate Law
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Appellate Law - USA - Nationwide
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Band 2
What the team is known for

Respected litigation practice with a notable presence in appellate courts nationwide, making frequent appearances in complex business litigation cases. Demonstrates strengths in an impressively broad range of industries, counting businesses in the technology, financial services and pharmaceutical sectors among its impressive client base.

Work Highlights

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  • Williams & Connolly represented photographer Lynn Goldsmith before the Supreme Court, in a copyright dispute concerning the fair use defense in derivative works.

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Notable Practitioners

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Sarah M Harris
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Sarah M Harris
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Band 3

Sarah Harris enjoys a growing profile for her appellate practice, which has seen her argue cases before the Supreme Court as well as handling disputes before a diverse range of wider federal and state appellate courts.

"She knows her cases exceptionally well, while having great command of the law. She's a thorough, great advocate who is hard-working and responsive. She is attuned to her clients' needs and able to jump on even the most complicated projects quickly."

"She can take the most complicated concepts and explain it to anybody."

"She brings a good, rigorous, analytical mind to matters from her time in government."

Lisa S. Blatt
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Lisa S. Blatt
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Lisa Blatt is widely considered as one of the leading authorities on Supreme Court disputes, having argued 43 cases before the Court across issues including intellectual property, environmental law, ERISA claims and bankruptcy.

"It's hard to match her track record in won cases, it's mind-blowing in how good she is. She's really good on her feet, she knows how to present issues and what will resonate, and she understands her audience."

"She continues to be a legendary advocate. She prepares incredibly hard for every single one of her cases and she hates to lose. No matter what the case is, she has a very good understanding of the Court and the path to victory."

"She's an inimitable force."

"Lisa is, hands down, one of the best Supreme Court advocates today. She's an extraordinary oral advocate, which is underscored by her record of success."

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Lisa S. Blatt
Lisa S. Blatt
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Sarah M Harris
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Sarah M Harris
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