Representative Experience
Currently lead associate defending JPMorgan Chase Bank in an adversary proceeding filed in connection with the Lehman bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York seeking to recover $41 million in transfers under constructive trust and conversion claims.Currently lead associate prosecuting a misappropriation of trade secrets and breach of fiduciary duty action on behalf of a leading provider of media replication services in the Minnesota state court. Successfully petitioned for a temporary injunction on behalf of the client.
Currently leading an internal investigation and insurance recovery efforts in connection with employee theft for a leading provider of power generator maintenance services.
Member of litigation team that represented Reader's Digest in prosecuting claims of breach of non-compete agreement, breach of fiduciary duty, unfair competition, violations of the Lanham Act and related claims.
Lead associate representing JPMorgan Chase in multiple adversary proceedings filed by Enron in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York seeking to avoid and recover billions of dollars in transfers made in connection with structured finance transactions and Enron’s commercial paper repurchases. Participated in all phases of the adversary proceedings. Drafted and delivered presentations to Enron and its counsel in connection with settlement negotiations and involved in finalizing favorable settlements on behalf of our client.
Member of a trial team in a billion-dollar lawsuit commenced on behalf of a major banking and financial institution client against 11 insurance companies relating to surety bonds on commodities transactions with Enron. Conducted all aspects of litigation on accelerated schedule, including document review, conducting depositions, motion practice, and trial. During the month-long trial, assisted trial counsel with preparation for-, and second-chaired, direct and cross-examinations of witnesses. A favorable settlement for our client was reached during jury deliberations.
Represented a start-up, which developed an Internet-based securities trading platform in a business dispute with an affiliate of Global Crossing, Ltd. Participated in all phases of the AAA arbitration and related New York state court practice, and in negotiating and finalizing a favorable settlement for our client.
