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Wilkinson Stekloff > The Legal 500 Rankings

Dispute resolution > Leading trial lawyers

Wilkinson Stekloff‘s Beth Wilkinson is sought out by clients for their most consequential courtroom battles, with considerable experience in antitrust hearings, including representing the NFL in its successful attempt to overturn a jury verdict that held its “Sunday Ticket” packages violated the Sherman Act. She also represents 3M Corporation in defending a personal injury MDL arising out of its use of PFAS in foam fire retardants, and is retained by Bayer in litigation arising out of the carcinogenic properties of its herbicide product Roundup. Wilkinson is based in Washington DC.

Dispute resolution > Product liability, mass tort and class action - defense: toxic tort Tier 2

Active in high stakes multi-district litigation in products liability, Washington DC-based boutique firm Wilkinson Stekloff has been active in a broad range of litigation, from bellwether trials to high profile toxic tort cases including those involving PFAS. Led by both Beth Wilkinson and Brian Stekloff, Wilkinson is well regarded for her service acting as lead counsel in numerous bet the company matters, having been involved in numerous victories in both the federal and state courts, while Stekloff is experienced as a trial lawyer, having served as national counsel for several clients in multi-district litigation and other consolidated litigations including Monsanto in its roundup litigation. Situated in New York, Keri Arnold is noted for her expertise in defending companies in product liability and environmental matters.

Dispute resolution > Product liability, mass tort and class action - defense: consumer products (including tobacco) Tier 3

Praised by clients as being ‘simply one of the best trial boutiques in the country’, Wilkinson Stekloff is a powerhouse in high-stakes product liability and multidistrict litigation, delivering trial wins and strategic counsel for clients facing complex, high-profile disputes. The practice has in-depth expertise in bellwether trials, pretrial victories, and crafting trial narratives aimed at minimizing financial and reputational risks for clients. Notable clients include 3M, whom the firm is defending on a nationally significant PFAS litigation, involving allegations of groundwater contamination brought by states, municipalities, and individuals claiming personal and property damage. Co-founder of the firm Beth Wilkinson has led a wide range of jury trials, securing landmark victories for the NFL, Microsoft, Bayer, and more. Brian Stekloff, also co-founder, is a first-chair trial lawyer with a multitude of verdicts, known for defense wins in challenging jurisdictions, including victories for Monsanto, Bayer, and Medtronic. Both Stekloff and Wilkinson are based in New York.

Industry focus > Sport Tier 4

Wilkinson Stekloff, a practice which is described as ‘trial-ready’ by one client, notably acts for the NFL and its teams in high stakes and high value litigation, adding to its strong track record in antitrust class-action lawsuits and defamation cases. Also notable is the group’s representation of the NCAA in long-running antitrust class-action litigation, led by Cali Arat and Rakesh Kilaru. Experienced litigator Beth Wilkinson. who has previously represented the NFL in concussion-related litigation and Brian Stekloff head up the team. All lawyers mentioned are based in in Washington DC.

Antitrust > Civil litigation/class actions: defense Tier 5

Wilkinson Stekloff has earned widespread acclaim for its role in Microsoft’s high-profile acquisition, contributing to a landmark trial victory against the FTC. The team has also been actively involved in litigation and investigative hearings related to prominent pharmaceutical deals. Co-founders Beth Wilkinson and Brian Stekloff lead the practice, with Wilkinson having spearheaded numerous jury trials and bet-the-company cases. Rakesh Kilaru brings extensive experience with appellate courts nationwide. Kosta Stoljikovic is central to the firm’s ongoing investigations conducted by federal antitrust regulators. All attorneys are based in the firm’s Washington DC, office.

Dispute resolution > General commercial disputes