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John Gildersleeve

John Gildersleeve

USA 2026

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Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP
 Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Litigation: Securities

California

4 years ranked

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Career

John Gildersleeve is a partner that represents companies, boards of directors and senior officers in securities class actions, shareholder derivative actions and other corporate governance disputes.

He has argued and won multiple appeals affirming dismissals of shareholder litigation in both federal and state courts of appeals, including the Delaware Supreme Court.

John is ranked by Chambers USA among California’s leading securities litigators.

While at Columbia Law School, he was the Executive Notes Editor of the Columbia Law Review. He graduated from Columbia University, where he majored in history and was awarded the Garrett Mattingly Thesis Prize.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: Securities - California

Band 4
Individual Editorial
John Gildersleeve is noted for his expertise acting for issuers and their officers and directors on securities class actions and shareholder derivative claims.
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Strengths

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  • John Gildersleeve is an incredible securities litigator who always provides the best possible advice and advocacy. There is no one I rely on or trust more.

    Litigation: SecuritiesChambers Guide to the USA

  • John provides excellent services to his impressive client list. He is an excellent attorney who is creative and resilient.

    Litigation: SecuritiesChambers Guide to the USA

  • He's a strong lawyer who is really thoughtful.

    Litigation: SecuritiesChambers Guide to the USA

  • John is immersed in the facts, and he makes a point to understand the client's issues and any pitfalls.

    Litigation: SecuritiesChambers Guide to the USA

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California

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