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Teresa Akkara

USA 2026

Faegre Drinker

Ranked in 1 practice area

Litigation: Appellate

Colorado

1 year ranked

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Practice Areas

Teresa Akkara represents clients in high-stakes appeals and complex commercial litigation. She brings valuable experience and strategic perspective to her cases, having briefed matters before the U.S. Supreme Court as well as the First, Third, Fourth, Seventh and Tenth Circuit Courts of Appeal.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: Appellate - Colorado

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Individual Editorial

Teresa Akkara is an associate in Faegre Drinker's Denver office and has served as appellate counsel for major clients, both defendants and plaintiffs.

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Strengths

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Teresa has the ability to persuade and establish credibility with the court.
Litigation: AppellateChambers Guide to the USA
She's brilliant strategically, she builds rapport with clients and judges alike, and delivers diligent preparation and consideration of outcomes.
Litigation: AppellateChambers Guide to the USA
Teresa gives thoughtful guidance regarding the Colorado appellate landscape on various issues.
Litigation: AppellateChambers Guide to the USA
What sets Teresa apart is her ability to see around corners when developing legal strategy. She anticipates concerns and potential potholes and addresses them before they become problems.
Litigation: AppellateChambers Guide to the USA
Teresa is an exceptionally gifted writer, storyteller and legal strategist. She has a keen instinct for what will persuade.
Litigation: AppellateChambers Guide to the USA

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