Winston Taylor‘s financial services litigation practice is praised for its ’level of preparation, strategic clarity, and courtroom poise’ and acts in the banking and financial sector on a range of mandates spanning enforcement actions, external and internal regulatory investigations, commercial class actions and copyright and trademark infringement disputes. The practice group is co-led by Charlotte’s Jack Knight and Kobi Brinson and the Los Angeles-based Amanda Groves: Knight focuses on white-collar matters for leading global financial institutions, Brinson is experienced in applying financial services regulatory expertise to banking and lending disputes, and Groves is a class action defense specialist. Elsewhere, Charlotte’s Elizabeth Ireland has acted on civil and criminal investigations, and in Washington DC ex-SEC attorney Dan Chaudoin is skilled in consumer protection matters.
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Testimonials
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‘Working with George Lombardi, Dustin Edwards, Danielle Williams, and Kelly Hunsaker has been nothing short of outstanding. Their patent litigation practice consistently reflects a level of preparation, strategic clarity, and courtroom poise that sets a high bar for the profession. Each of them brings a unique strength to the team.'
- 'George Lombardi offers seasoned judgment and a command of complex technical and legal issues that anchors even the most challenging matters. Dustin Edwards combines sharp analytical insight with practical, solutions‑oriented thinking that keeps litigation moving efficiently and effectively. Danielle Williams is exceptionally skilled at distilling intricate patent disputes into compelling, well‑structured arguments that resonate with both judges and juries. Kelly Hunsaker brings remarkable precision, creativity, and a calm mastery under pressure that elevates every phase of a case.'
Key clients
- Goldman Sachs & Co
- Green Dot Corp
- JPMorgan Chase
- Microsoft
- VMware
Practice head
Jack Knight; Kobi Brinson; Amanda Groves
Other key lawyers
Elizabeth Ireland; Dan Chaudoin; George Lombardi; Dustin Edwards; Danielle Williams; Kelly Hunsaker