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Karl Gunderson

Karl Gunderson

USA 2026

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Karl Gunderson has spent his career working on large-scale, complex litigation and government investigations. His experience extends across the lifecycle of high-stakes matters, with a focus on multidistrict litigations, complex mass torts, restructuring, and antitrust.

Karl’s practice focuses on the intersection of traditional E-Discovery strategy and the complex fact-development and information management required in the most complicated matters. In this role, Karl frequently helps to design and implement innovative document and data analytics workflows to leverage information to drive litigation strategy.

Personal

University of Chicago Law School J.D. with Honors, 2010; Yale University B.A., Ethics, Politics and Economics, 2005.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

E-Discovery & Information Governance - USA - Nationwide

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Individual Editorial

Karl Gunderson is well placed to assist clients with the e-discovery aspects of litigation related matters.

Strengths

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  • Karl is an expert at advising clients on complex issues and navigating urgent demands.

    E-Discovery & Information GovernanceChambers Guide to the USA
  • He has a depth of experience in the field and is a great lawyer. He is technically strong and has got great writing skill.

    E-Discovery & Information GovernanceChambers Guide to the USA
  • He stands out among e-discovery counsel not simply for technical proficiency, but for a rare combination of strategic thinking, business acumen, and genuine partnership that elevates every matter he touches.

    E-Discovery & Information GovernanceChambers Guide to the USA
  • Karl is excellent. He digs in and understands the business to think strategically on our position.

    E-Discovery & Information GovernanceChambers Guide to the USA
  • He is organized and methodical on how he works through an issue and solves it. He is articulate and linear in how he thinks.

    E-Discovery & Information GovernanceChambers Guide to the USA

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