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.
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'Wilkinson Stekloff is simply one of the best trial boutiques in the country. Top to bottom they are skilled litigators that also apply common sense to problems. Their insight and counsel is invaluable.'
'Brian Stekloff – As highly rated as he is, Brian is one of the most underrated lawyers in America. While an outstanding trial lawyer, he is also a great strategic mind in approaching and resolving litigation. Kerri Arnold – A truly talented trial lawyer.'
Key clients
- 3M
- Bayer
Work highlights
The firm are representing 3M in the nationwide PFAS litigation.
Practice head
Beth Wilkinson: Brian Stekloff
Other key lawyers
Kerri Arnold