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Craig S. Primis

Craig S. Primis

USA 2026

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Craig is a trial lawyer with deep experience defending America’s leading companies like Honeywell, Boeing, Accenture, and UnitedHealth in their most challenging commercial disputes. He has defended clients in corporate disputes, class actions, and litigation and investigations brought by state and federal governments. His work covers diverse areas including antitrust, securities and accounting fraud, trade secrets, False Claims Act, mergers and acquisitions, product liability, breach of contract and fraud. Craig’s appellate experience as a U.S. Supreme Court clerk and appellate advocate and three decades of trial court experience allow him to combine outstanding written work with excellent courtroom skills to deliver successful results for clients.

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Litigation: General Commercial - District of Columbia

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Craig Primis is well regarded for his representation of clients in substantial False Claims Act and trade secrets cases, as well as shareholder disputes and class actions. He also excels in litigation relating to data breaches and antitrust.

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  • Craig is simply outstanding, he is the most trusted litigator I have worked with. He is highly strategic and deeply understands our operations and needs, and he provides impeccable advice.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA

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