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Litigation: General Commercial - Maryland

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What the Team is Known For

Zuckerman Spaeder LLP is a boutique litigation firm with a distinguished team experienced in handling a range of complex contentious matters, including white-collar criminal defense and commercial claims. It has a strong bench of trial lawyers with extensive state and federal experience, including significant capabilities in securities, antitrust and ERISA litigation. The group holds notable strength in acting for healthcare clients.

Work Highlights

  • Zuckerman Spaeder LLP continued to represent insured individuals and employers in an antitrust case alleging that Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers, along with their trade association, conspired to limit competition with each other and increased premiums for individual and small group consumers as well as self-insured companies.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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William J Murphy
William J Murphy
Star Individuals
William Murphy is regarded by market sources as a premier attorney in the commercial litigation sphere. He has deep expertise in representing clients at trial and appellate level, as well as through arbitration proceedings. He is adept at handling antitrust cases.

William is an A+ lawyer. He's smart, a good advocate and everyone likes him. I cannot say enough about him.

William is an excellent lawyer.

William is excellent and well regarded.

William is one of the best litigators in Maryland.

Cyril Smith
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Cyril Smith
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Cyril Smith acts for both plaintiffs and defendants on complex civil litigation and class actions, with notable experience in matters relating to healthcare and insurance.

Cyril Smith may be the most sophisticated lawyer I have ever met.

Cyril is a very smart and talented professional.

Cyril is an excellent, experienced trial lawyer.

Gregg Bernstein
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Gregg Bernstein
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Gregg Bernstein is a highly regarded white-collar criminal defense attorney. He can offer the benefit of his experience as a federal prosecutor to clients navigating complex prosecutions and government investigations, particularly in the healthcare sector.

Gregg provides excellent litigation advice.

Gregg is an excellent trial attorney. I would want to work with Gregg anywhere, any time.

Greg is a very engaging and persuasive lawyer who can make a good case for anybody.

Greg is very well known and is the name that comes to mind when one finds trouble. One of the best lawyers in town.

Martin S. Himeles, Jr.
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Martin S. Himeles, Jr.
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Martin Himeles is a skilled litigator who handles civil and criminal proceedings on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants. He has notable skill in healthcare litigation, including cases related to alleged fraud and FCA violations.

Martin is one of the smartest lawyers I have ever worked with. He understands the law and industry with great depth.

Martin is a confident lawyer who is thorough, dedicated, responsive and doesn't miss deadlines.

Martin is intelligent, sincere and works hard.

Sara Alpert Lawson
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Sara Alpert Lawson
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Sara Alpert Lawson has extensive experience defending clients in state and federal government investigations and white-collar criminal cases. She represents individuals and businesses in a range of sectors, with particular expertise in healthcare.

Sara is client-oriented.

Sara is an excellent lawyer.

Sara is incredible and delivers wonderful writing.

I really appreciate Sara's analysis, efficiency and customer service standards. She is just terrific.

Sara is smart, thorough and practical. She not only identifies smart solutions, but she also figures out how best to implement them.

Conor O'Croinin
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Conor O'Croinin
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Conor O'Croinin has a growing reputation for his skilled handling of commercial litigation and fraud cases. He acts for both large corporates and individual clients, while also advising legal professionals on malpractice claims.

Conor is a good lawyer who is very focused on his client's interests.

Conor has been terrific to work with.

Conor is a great ally and advocate.

Conor is a quality lawyer. He is excellent, good to work with and has a nice way about him. He is also very good in court, has a nice presence and excellent judgment.

Ranked Lawyers at
Zuckerman Spaeder LLP

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Litigation: General Commercial

William J Murphy
William J Murphy
Star Individuals
Cyril Smith
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Cyril Smith
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Martin S. Himeles, Jr.
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Martin S. Himeles, Jr.
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Conor O'Croinin
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Conor O'Croinin
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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

Gregg Bernstein
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Gregg Bernstein
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Martin S. Himeles, Jr.
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Martin S. Himeles, Jr.
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Sara Alpert Lawson
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Sara Alpert Lawson
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William J Murphy
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William J Murphy
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