Litigation: General Commercial
3 Ranked Lawyers
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Shipley Snell Montgomery LLP
USA 2026
Rankings
Leading firm in USA 2026
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Top figures
1
Offices
20
Company Size
2006
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Overview
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SSM is a “highly regarded litigation boutique” known for expert representation in a wide range of energy sector disputes. The firm can advise on many areas including commercial, environmental, and personal injury cases. The team is often sought out for its strengths in trials. Clients say that the firm "has very talented lawyers from top to bottom. They're strategic thinkers who are excellent at assessing litigation risks and enabling businesspeople to reach reasoned judgments."
Industry sectors (6)
- Energy & Utilities
- Chemicals & Petrochemicals
- Construction & Engineering
- Financial Services & Securities
- Professional Services & Consulting
- Technology & Manufacturing
Capabilities (6)
- Litigation
- Arbitration
- Appeals
- Internal Investigation
- Compliance & Risk Analysis
- E-Discovery
Key people
Provided by Shipley Snell Montgomery LLP
George T. Shipley
Principal
Amy L. Snell
Principal
Joel Z. Montgomery
Principal
Work & experience
Provided by Shipley Snell Montgomery LLP
Complex Litigation & Appeals; Domestic & International Arbitration; Business, Contractual, Partnership & Joint Venture Disputes; Environmental & Natural Resources; Trade Secrets, Unfair Competition, & Intellectual Property; Construction & Projects; Risk Analysis & Advice
Notable work
Provided by Shipley Snell Montgomery LLP
Secured $70 Million Judgment For Client in Indemnity Dispute
2023Ongoing
After an eight-day jury trial, SSM obtained a judgment on contractual indemnity claims in favor of Marathon Petroleum.
Recovered $20 Million in Damages Resulting From a Ship Collision and Oil Spill
2021Completed
After a bench trial, the court held that the barge operator had no fault for the vessel collision.
Obtained Take-Nothing Verdict for Oil Producer Over Abandoned Oil Well
2025Ongoing
SSM won a defense verdict for an oil producer on $65 MM nuisance and trespass claims over an abandoned oil well.
Ranked Offices at Shipley Snell Montgomery LLP
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Amy L Snell
Litigation: Trial Lawyers
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George Shipley
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George Shipley
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Joel Montgomery
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Top figures
1
Offices
20
Company Size
2006
Established Year
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