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October 22, 2020 | New York Law Journal

While we have "star" litigators in New York, we are not a star system. We function as a team and have a deep bench that one client publicly described as "the Gibson Dunn army."

By NYLJ Staff

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October 22, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Our team, which includes many of the country's most accomplished trial lawyers and former senior government officials, is uniquely positioned to handle sprawling government enforcement actions and parallel private litigation.

By NYLJ Staff

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October 22, 2020 | New York Law Journal

We are proud that 95% of the firm's New York litigation partners began their careers as Skadden associates, and believe that our retention rate underscores our commitment to the professional development, mentoring and career prospects we provide.

By NYLJ Staff

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October 22, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Part of what makes us so effective is taking a transactional perspective, which helps us advance our clients' positions in an efficient manner; recognizing favorable outcomes and opportunities to exert leverage even as positions change.

By NYLJ Staff

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October 22, 2020 | New York Law Journal

S&C is known for its generalist approach, which is important when dealing with any type of litigation matter, but essential in a corporate crisis. By drawing from the best minds and a wealth of varied experiences, we can guide our clients through any crisis with sensitivity.

By NYLJ Staff

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October 22, 2020 | New York Law Journal

The leading names in the insurance industry routinely turn to Simpson Thacher when crises and cutting-edge issues arise, including, most recently, coverage questions relating to opioids, talc, clergy abuse, COVID-19 and cyber-related liabilities.

By NYLJ Staff

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October 22, 2020 | New York Law Journal

What I hear from clients about what distinguishes our team is our responsiveness, agility, creativity, business-mindedness, and enthusiasm, which are crucial to navigating a crisis.

By NYLJ Staff

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October 22, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Arbitration seemed to be at the forefront of the many challenges our clients faced in 2019. We prevailed in novel arbitration issues in both the courts and in arbitral forums, and had many precedent-setting victories that alter the industry.

By NYLJ Staff

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October 22, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Dechert's 70-lawyer PLMT group has a reputation for developing new defense strategies and for moving the law. The team has a lengthy track record of securing dismissals of entire MDLs before the trial of any case.

By NYLJ Staff

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October 22, 2020 | New York Law Journal

We're constantly looking ahead of the curve for our clients. For example, Latham has been at the forefront of the direct listing, an innovative alternative to the IPO, and we are the first and only firm to advise on both the issuer and financial adviser side of a direct listing.

By NYLJ Staff

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