Transportation: Road (Automotive) | USA

Hogan Lovells has an impressive practice with strength in automotive issues, notably including safety and environmental compliance matters. It is a broad practice with particular proficiency in automotive franchising, advising on corporate agreements and commercial expansion, as well as representing manufacturers in lawsuits with retailers and dealerships. The team also excels in advising on technological evolution in the automotive sector, particularly concerning privacy laws and autonomous vehicles. The firm regularly represents global automotive manufacturers, trade associations and technology companies.

ArentFox Schiff LLP is a well-regarded pure automotive practice with significant experience advising industry clients on franchising, regulatory compliance, environmental concerns and M&A. The team represents clients from across the US and is highlighted for its representation of dealership groups. The firm is able to advise on autonomous vehicle regulatory issues, and also handles class actions and government investigations.

BakerHostetler LLP is a recognized automotive practice group, adroit at handling a range of matters covering franchising, commercial disputes and vehicle regulatory compliance. The firm is notable for its role in the consolidation and growth of the manufacturing arm of the sector, advising on business strategy and operations, and contract negotiations.

Foley & Lardner LLP has a comprehensive automotive practice, representing an impressive portfolio of clients including assemblers, manufacturers, suppliers and distributors. The team has notable experience handling automotive safety, EPA emissions, NHSTA and standards compliance matters, as well as defect investigations.

King & Spalding LLP is a dynamic automotive sector group, focusing on environmental compliance investigations and product defense cases. The firm is particularly proficient and skilled in litigation, handling a number of high-profile class actions, as well as personal injury lawsuits. The team is experienced in providing regulatory advice for sector innovation, notably in autonomous vehicle technology. Its clientele includes global automotive manufacturers, technology companies and trade associations.

Mayer Brown LLP is an automotive specialist with a particular focus on product safety and environmental compliance matters. The firm often handles litigation, especially class actions, as well as regulatory matters involving autonomous vehicle technology. The group frequently acts for a diverse range of manufacturers and trade associations, in addition to clients leading technological innovation in the sector.

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP is a resourceful automotive group, noted particularly for its comprehensive franchise and dealership-focused capabilities. The team is experienced in advising on commercial expansion and disputes, as well as handling bankruptcy proceedings and regulatory compliance. The firm also acts in product liability lawsuits and investigations.

Seyfarth Shaw LLP has a specialized automotive group with particular expertise in dealership litigation. It provides skillful representation of major manufacturers and rental companies in franchise litigation, putative class actions and product defect disputes. The team draws on additional experience handling emissions-related matters, and offers clients broad compliance counsel.

Barack Ferrazzano Kirschbaum & Nagelberg LLP is a go-to automotive practice, noted for its franchise and dealership-focused capabilities. The team expertly advise on disputes and transactions, as well as regulatory compliance and intellectual property concerns.

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP offers expertise across a broad range of industry matters, including environment, antitrust, franchising and international trade issues, particularly concerning litigation and appeals. It represents an impressive portfolio of automotive corporations, component manufacturers, trade associations and technology companies. The team is noted for its experience handling class action litigation, including labor and employment-related issues within the auto industry.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP leverages its deep bench in the energy sector to provide deft representation to clients in the automotive space, with notable strength in electric vehicles. The group advises across a spectrum of matters including labor and employment, litigation, corporate transactions, energy regulation and intellectual property concerns.

Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP has a sophisticated automotive practice, particularly in the litigation space, where its team brings extensive trial experience to the table to adeptly represent clients. The team handles a range of matters, including warranty, product liability, consumer fraud claims and dealer-franchise disputes. The firm also counsels clients on risk mitigation, exposure and regulatory developments.

Sidley Austin LLP is a national powerhouse with a broad practice in automotive matters. The team expertly represents clients in complex regulatory, litigation and transactional cases. The firm is able to leverage its international trade, intellectual property and tax capabilities to assist in automotive related matters. Its clients include OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, innovative technology startups and investors.

Thompson Hine LLP leverages its strong environmental practice to complement its NHTSA practice and advise clients on regulatory issues pertaining to the Clean Air Act and CARB mobile source emission regulations. The team is adept at handling complex NHTSA and DOT litigation and defending clients against various enforcement actions. The firm also taps into its corporate expertise to counsel clients on safety programs and mitigate enforcement risk.

Venable LLP is a recommended automotive group, noted particularly for its comprehensive practice in emerging mobility technology. The group frequently advises on issues arising at the crossroads of automation, connectivity, electrification and safety. The firm represents an array of clients from startups and technology companies to Tier 1 suppliers and component manufacturers.