Litigator

Ted Olson, Renowned Litigator and Advocate for Same-Sex Marriage, Passes Away at 84

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ted Olson, a formidable figure in American law who served as U.S. Solicitor General under two Republican administrations and played a pivotal role in significant legal battles including the landmark case for same-sex marriage, has died at the age of 84. The announcement came from Gibson Dunn, his law firm since 1965, though no cause of death was specified. Olson’s legal career was marked by his involvement in some of the most consequential cases of recent times. He represented George W. Bush in the pivotal 2000 Florida presidential election recount, a dispute … Read more

Top Legal Eagles Clash for Litigator of the Year as Historic Trials and Billion-Dollar Settlements Mark 2023

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New York, NY — As the legal industry gathers for The American Lawyer’s Industry Awards this Wednesday, anticipation builds around the announcement of the Litigator of the Year. Among the distinguished finalists are attorneys whose recent landmark cases have made significant impacts on corporate governance, antitrust regulations, intellectual property, and more. Jeroen van Kwawegen, a partner at Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann, enjoyed a notably active year. Heading the firm’s corporate governance department, he presided over 45 cases, taking lead roles in significant plaintiff motions and various class action suits. His notable achievements include playing … Read more

Veteran Litigator Kenneth Murphy Returns to DLA Piper, Aims to Mentor Next Generation of Lawyers

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PHILADELPHIA — After a brief tenure at Tucker Law Group, Kenneth Murphy, a prominent former partner at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, has rejoined the ranks of a major law firm. Murphy has been appointed as of counsel at DLA Piper’s Philadelphia office where he began his legal career. Murphy spent a significant part of his career at Faegre Drinker and its predecessor, Drinker Biddle & Reath, where he dedicated 15 years as a partner. His specialized work in products liability cases, particularly representing corporate giant Johnson & Johnson, has distinguished him in the legal … Read more

DLA Piper Strengthens Texas Team with High-Profile Tort Litigator from King & Spalding

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Austin, Texas — DLA Piper has recently bolstered its Austin office by recruiting a well-regarded product liability and mass torts specialist from King & Spalding, marking another significant shift in Texas’ dynamic legal market. This move is part of a broader trend of lateral hires among top law firms in the region, signaling a competitive push to enhance legal expertise in key practice areas. The newly acquired expert, whose extensive background in handling complex litigation cases will be put to full use at DLA Piper, underscores the firm’s strategic intent to deepen its bench strength … Read more