Sentences with phrase «lead counsel obtained»

The firm, as lead counsel obtained a $ 70 million settlement, of which $ 30 million was contributed, personally, by an individual defendant

Not exact matches

The original $ 18 billion verdict against Chevron was overturned, and plaintiffs» lead counsel was sanctioned, all because the underlying verdict had been «obtained by corrupt means.»

Scott served as lead counsel in two landmark cases against the Republic of Cuba and obtained verdicts in excess of $ 94 million.

To this end, advice was obtained from leading UK and US counsel during the drafting process.

Crispen also has obtained defense verdicts as lead trial counsel in state and federal courts throughout Southern California.

Additionally, Mr. Ringler has served as co-lead counsel in the Placentia Metrolink collision cases and the Burbank Metrolink collision cases where he successfully obtained multi-million dollar jury verdicts for the lead plaintiffs in each of these matters ($ 9 million and $ 12 million respectively).

As lead trial counsel in the no - fault department, Paul has obtained plaintiff's verdicts in thousands of trials as well as settled over five thousand cases during his time with the firm.

Michael's outstanding success in settling cases and ability to obtain Plaintiff verdicts has prompted him in being lead counsel on all AAA arbitration and motion - calendar matter.

Lead counsel for a builder obtaining complete defense verdict on statue of repose, affirmed by the NC Supreme Court.

Experience Highlights Lead counsel for a builder obtaining complete defense verdict on statue of repose, affirmed by the NC Supreme Court.

Throughout his distinguished career, Henry has been lead trial counsel in obtaining many multimillion dollar verdicts and settlements in complex medical malpractice and product liability cases across the country.

Earlier, among other matters, he obtained a full defense jury verdict as lead trial counsel in a case on behalf of the New York City Law Department; served as lead counsel in an appeal where the court vacated a first degree robbery conviction of a client on the basis of ineffective assistance of counsel (People v. Cyrus, 48 A.D. 3d 150 (1st Dept. 2007)-RRB-; and was co-lead counsel on the submission of an amicus brief on First Amendment issues with the United States Supreme Court.

It also serves as a telling example of how in - house counsel can suffer a thousand cuts at the hand of an inattentive outside counsel during the course of the representation: cuts that will not be easily salved by ultimately obtaining the right result, and cuts that will lead in - house counsel to find new outside counsel when the next matter of significance arises.

Notable mandates: Represented physicians involved in providing care to Ashley Smith during the 2013 coroner's inquest; acted for Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne in a defamation action against Ontario Progressive Conservative party leader Tim Hudak and energy critic Lisa MacLeod; in Wise v. Iran, acted for a Canadian victim of a suicide bombing (executed by individuals who received material support from Iran) who sought leave to intervene in ongoing proceedings commenced by United States plaintiffs in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice seeking orders recognizing the enforceability in Ontario of judgments they obtained from a U.S. court against Iran totaling about $ 370 million; in Khadr v. Edmonton Institution, acted as lead counsel for an intervener, the Canadian Civil Liberties Association, to argue that in interpreting Omar Khadr's sentence for the purpose of enforcing it in Canada, Correctional Services Canada was obliged to consider Khadr's right to liberty and principles of fundamental justice; acted for a physician in a malpractice claim in Moore v. Getahun, a precedent - setting case about restrictions on communication between counsel and experts in preparation of expert reports.

- Lead trial and appellate counsel in obtaining and upholding complete defense jury verdict against claim for more than $ 90 million in oil and gas farmout contract damages.

Counsel deposes that the plaintiff's alcohol consumption was interfering with his ability to obtain instructions from her at the time of the offer; however, the plaintiff's mental health or state of sobriety was not of such a serious nature that it led counsel to apply for an adjournment of the trial that began within days of theCounsel deposes that the plaintiff's alcohol consumption was interfering with his ability to obtain instructions from her at the time of the offer; however, the plaintiff's mental health or state of sobriety was not of such a serious nature that it led counsel to apply for an adjournment of the trial that began within days of thecounsel to apply for an adjournment of the trial that began within days of the offer.

Recently acted as lead counsel in defending several of the nation's largest retailers in consumer class actions across the country challenging the efficacy of a popular nutritional supplement; obtained court approval of a global settlement of less than $ 3 million (including attorneys» fees and notice costs).

He has served as lead counsel for an injured client in over 35 jury trials and obtained the highest verdict ($ 620,000) in Clermont County, Ohio for a personal injury motor vehicle crash case.

One of our lawyers has, as leading counsel, obtained summary judgment for an insurer against a plaintiff alleging automobile injury.

As lead counsel in successful class - action civil rights cases, Fred has obtained relief involving promotions, monetary awards, creation of new EEO procedures, and department - wide reassignments.

Mr. Meadow was lead counsel of a team that obtained affirmance of $ 320 million contract judgment against Disney arising out of Disney's refusal to pay profits owed on the wildly successful «Who Wants To Be A Millionaire» program.

Obtained a summary judgment as lead counsel in a sexual harassment, assault and intentional infliction of emotional distress claim against corporate officer

Served as lead counsel for the defendant and obtained reversal by the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals of a district court's order certifying a 29 - jurisdiction class action alleging consumer fraud by a Fortune 50 retailer, and subsequently successfully moved for dismissal with prejudice of named plaintiff's claims and obtained a nationwide injunction against future attempts to certify a class based on similar allegations.

As lead counsel for a civic club, obtained a final summary judgment resulting in the permanent injunction against various salvage yard operators prohibiting them from operating their businesses too close to churches, schools and homes in violation of the Texas Transportation Code.

Our knowledgeable, dedicated team of trial lawyers led by managing partner and award - winning counsel Gary R. Will has obtained millions of dollars for injured people across the province, and helped to secure important disability benefits for those whose CPP applications have been delayed or denied.

Our lawyers have also been involved in many cases which have been the first of their kind: They have, for example, submitted the first - ever leniency application in Finland (obtaining immunity from fines for the client); represented clients in the first - ever oral hearing of the Supreme Administrative Court in a competition case; and been lead counsel in precedent - setting, landmark (and the largest) competition damages cases — the first major cartel damages cases in which court rulings have been rendered.

Our veteran trial lawyers have successfully managed complex and class action litigation as lead or co-lead counsel, obtaining substantial settlements and jury verdicts in groundbreaking cases in the following areas:

As lead counsel, obtained a summary judgment for a family - owned company and its owners sued by a former investor in a related transaction dismissing all of the plaintiff's claims four months after the case was filed

Served as lead counsel and obtained entry of judgment on the pleadings in favor of chapter 11 debtor in adversary proceeding involving claim to ownership of US$ 200 million tax refund monies.

Notable mandates: lead counsel in $ 2 - billion diesel settlement with Volkswagen and the $ 69 - million settlement in Dugal v. Manulife Financial; lead counsel in SNC - Lavalin investor class action; currently lead counsel in transvaginal mesh settlement cases and the only firm to get this type of case certified in a contested motion; recovered more than $ 100 million for clients in market currency in FX price - fixing case; obtained a $ 3.5 - million judgment from a jury following a five - week personal injury trial; acted as counsel in numerous cross-border transactions including the acquisition of the largest golf course in Canada; successfully defended clients in numerous high - profile environmental cases

In today's blog MacLean law founder, Lorne N. MacLean, QC winning counsel in Young v. Young, Canada's leading child custody case, explains the rules involved in obtaining or refusing an order Varying Child Custody Parenting Arrangements.

Levicom claimed that it had relied upon Linklaters» early advice, bringing arbitration proceedings shortly afterwards which were subsequently settled on unsatisfactory terms three years later, after having obtained (rather more pessimistic) advice from leading counsel.

For example, Justice Brown points out that counsel prefer to wait nine months to obtain a hearing date for a full day summary judgment motion instead of accepting a trial date three months down the road — a point that leads me off on a personal tangent...

Levicom also argued that Linklaters had been negligent in failing to advise Levicom to obtain the advice of senior and experienced leading counsel on either the prospects of establishing liability or the likely recoverable quantum at an appropriately early stage of the dispute.

If Dow truly felt that they were a current client of Wachtell and that they should not be «across the table» from their own lawyers, then Dow should have objected at the outset of the negotiations of the merger agreement that eventually lead to this litigation rather than waiting until this expedited litigation was commenced to attempt to make Rohm and Haas obtain new counsel.

Serving as lead litigation counsel in two patent infringement cases involving methods for intron - sequence analysis DNA and genomic mapping, including obtaining a favorable claim construction ruling on all 15 disputed claim terms which drove a favorable settlement.

For example, «To obtain a rehabilitation counseling position in a reputed organization and offer physical, mental and emotional support to disabled individuals in leading a dignified life.»

• Led group counseling sessions by organizing, planning and obtaining any materials to be used in group sessions.

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

That same passion led her to obtain a Master of Arts in Education with a specialization in Community Counseling (Clinical Mental Health) from Louisiana State University.