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Bryan Heckenlively

Bryan Heckenlively

USA 2026

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About

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Career

Bryan H. Heckenlively is a partner who handles the most challenging and complex commercial litigation facing clients in a range of industries, including higher education, technology, financial services and real estate.

He has successfully tried multiple cases to verdict as lead counsel and his trial and arbitration successes have been named “Top Verdict” of the year by the Daily Journal multiple times. He is ranked in Higher Education – Nationwide by Chambers USA.

He is chair of the firm’s Recruiting Committee.

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Higher Education - USA - Nationwide

Band 3
Band 3

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Bryan Heckenlively is known for his expertise in Education-related litigation and advisory work. His work covers matters involving Title IX, Title VI, First Amendment and federal civil rights laws.

Strengths

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  • Bryan is courageous in litigation, whip-smart and very practical.

    Higher EducationChambers Guide to the USA
  • Bryan appreciates the many factors that colleges and universities must balance when handling legal issues. He helps us identify all legally available options and make wise, informed decisions.

    Higher EducationChambers Guide to the USA

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