Williams & Connolly LLP

Williams & Connolly LLP represents a high-profile client base in the full spectrum of commercial disputes, from breach of contract and fiduciary duty actions to fraud and tortious interference claims to licensing, employment and real estate and construction disputes. It has a strong background in internal corporate governance disputes and investigations. The Washington DC-based practice successfully represents both individuals and corporations, at both a federal and state level and in consumer class actions. Dane Butswinkas’ broad industry expertise sees him represent pharma companies in product liability and medical malpractice cases, as well as clients across the financial services, food, telecoms, tech and power sectors. Robert Van Kirk co-leads the securities litigation and enforcement teams, active in litigation, investigations, and arbitration in various jurisdictions. He is also co-chair of the firm’s commercial litigation team, alongside Edward Bennett, who handles commercial, corporate governance, antitrust and trade practices, and boasts expertise in the banking and financial services and IP sectors. Bryan Wilson is co-chair of the firm’s unfair competition, trade secrets and restrictive covenants team, with an active plaintiff and defendant practice.