The cross-border disputes group at Meister Seelig & Fein PLLC is recognized for its representation of high-net-worth individuals, companies, and sovereign nations in a wide range of complex cases. The practice is experienced at working with foreign law firms in matters involving section 1782 applications, and acts on high-stakes commercial disputes spanning Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and United States. Alexander Pencu leads the practice, with a leading product liability practice, and frequently representing European manufacturing clients, while Christopher J. Major is skilled at handling insolvency litigation cases, including large Chapter 11 proceedings and fraudulent transfer litigation. Kathryn Matthews also leads the team, skilled at handling cryptocurrency litigation and cross-jurisdictional discovery. Michael Sloan represents clients in proceedings involving federal, state, and local governments, while Rick Jancasz specializes in banking litigation. Marina Tarasova, Eva Sullivan, and Leah Henry are noted.
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Testimonials
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- 'It is a unique team consisting of a very different, but always bright lawyers. Their biggest strength - they do not see any option but total win. Even when you have a very controversial case, they are like a train which has only one last stop - where you get your victory. '
- 'Alexander Pencu is true leader. His attitude, skills, knowledge are exceptional. He is definitely a leading partner, but always ready to go to another part of the world to get one evidence.'
Key clients
- Steven Paul Kowalski
- Erkman International Co. Ltd.
Work highlights
Represented Lynwood Investments CY Limited (now known as HF Investments CY Limited) in a copyright claim matter.
Practice head
Alexander D. Pencu; Christopher J. Major; Kathryn Matthews
Other key lawyers
Michael Sloan; Rick Jancasz; Marina Tarasova; Eva Sullivan; Leah Henry