www.glaserweil.com Litigation Over the years, the litigation attorneys at Glaser Weil have earned victory after victory for a broad range of clients, thus cementing our reputation as a premier litigation powerhouse. Time and again, high profile, sophisticated clients turn to Glaser Weil to handle their most critical disputes where the stakes can be monumental, the challenges daunting and the issues far-reaching and complex. Our winning track record is fueled by the unique combination of tenacity, skill and an unbridled commitment to providing the most positive resolution to our client s litigation matters. This is what distinguishes and defines Glaser Weil s litigators an unmatched level of personal attention our trial lawyers provide to our clients and every case they may bring to us. While many law firms boast a litigation department comprised of trial lawyers, what sets the litigation team apart at Glaser Weil is the fact that the Firm s litigators from the newly minted to the most veteran and acclaimed actually try cases. Our litigators appear in state and federal court, in arbitrations and before administrative and other governmental tribunals. Patricia Glaser, who is widely recognized as one of the top trial lawyers in California and the nation, chairs the Firm s Litigation Department. As described by Chambers and Partners, Ms. Glaser impresses clients with her tenacity, zealous defense and tactical deference for judges in the face of adversity. She maintains a broad commercial practice and is called upon by businesses throughout various industries for her incisive representation. Fiercely dedicated to her clients, Ms. Glaser heads a team of top trained, seasoned litigators from a variety of backgrounds who share a deep passion and commitment to addressing their clients business and personal objectives. The Firm s reputation for a willingness of taking cases to trial has one clear, immediate advantage: Our client s adversaries realize that Glaser Weil is a litigation force to be reckoned with one that will go the distance when required, leaving no stone unturned or option ignored to obtain the most positive outcome for our clients. Our litigators are known for their masterful, innovative strategy and meticulous preparation, as well as unwavering determination and dedication to resolving our client s issues. It s no surprise, then, that the Firm is often retained at the eleventh hour by clients looking for the litigation skills to either win at trial or resolve a case that many other attorneys have deemed too difficult, chancy or, in many instances, simply lost causes. Because our approach to litigation integrates well-considered aggressiveness with pragmatism, our lawyers are able to deliver cost-effective optimum results. We understand and are sensitive to client concerns about runaway costs and out-of-control lawyering. With this in mind, the Firm is committed to budgeting and curbing litigation expense. We consult closely with clients from the outset of every matter to establish an efficient and clearly defined litigation strategy. This practice, in addition to the Firm s low partner to associate ratio, ensures that we consistently represent our clients in the most focused, personalized and economical fashion possible. Certain litigation matters require that a case is resolved at trial. In other litigation matters, we work closely with our clients to avoid protracted litigation in court. In these circumstances, the Firm has demonstrated ingenuity and creativity in resolving our client s issues through summary disposition and alternative dispute resolution. We handle all aspects of litigation, including corporate investigations and litigation assessments all the way through an appeal. We try cases before various fact finders, including judges, commissioners, juries, arbitrators and government and regulatory boards. In the end, it s all about one thing: Obtaining the most positive outcomes for our litigation clients, however seemingly simple or complex the matter may be. LITIGATION SUB PRACTICES Arbitration Business Litigation Class Action Litigation Defamation & First Amendment Law Litigation Entertainment Litigation General Commercial Litigation & Contract Disputes Intellectual Property Litigation Products Liability Litigation Securities Litigation
Arbitration Glaser Weil s arbitration experience arises from, and is rooted in, its litigation practice. We have successfully represented companies and individuals in arbitrations involving diverse industries and various areas of the law. From high-profile entertainment and talented-related arbitrations to those stemming from the health care, legal and technology fields, Glaser Weil s attorneys use their experience and knowledge to navigate the proceedings in a manner that satisfies their clients.
Business Litigation At Glaser Weil, our mission in Business Litigation is to provide far more than high-quality legal counsel. That is a given. What differentiates the Firm is our commitment to being a vital, compelling force in our clients challenges, successes and business objectives. Our clients know this, and rely on our knowledge, creativity and legal skills to trust that we will never lose sight of their best interests. Our Business Litigation group has developed an impressive roster of diverse business clients that have brought to the Firm a host of complex, extraordinary and groundbreaking cases. Examples of our vast business litigation experience includes: There is no question that sophisticated business matters such as these require resourceful, innovative and aggressive counsel. However, our clients understand that, even under the most highly charged circumstances, our litigators remain grounded and sensitive to the dynamics at hand. One thing is clear: Our overriding concern and motivating force at all times is to achieve the maximum outcome for our business clients. Highly complex commercial and business litigation Entertainment law disputes Employment litigation Defamation and other First Amendment issues Partnership disputes Insurance Parental rights Real estate Class actions Products liability Securities
Class Action Litigation Glaser Weil successfully represents clients named in class actions in a wide variety of practice areas and jurisdictions across the country. Our litigators handle class actions in areas that include antitrust, employment law and securities, including complex class action and derivative lawsuits. Whether it be winning at summary judgment or settling before trial on terms that exceed client expectation, Glaser Weil s litigators work closely with clients to find outcomes in an efficient and effective way. Out litigators have defended a mortgage corporation sued by dozens of homeowners for fraud and contract claims, a rental car company in a nationwide consumer class action and numerous clients in securities-related litigation.
Defamation & First Amendment Law Litigation Glaser Weil assists clients in defamation and First Amendment matters. These range from pre-publication and distribution reviews to bringing actions on behalf of our clients, including man public figures, such as political commentator Keith Olbermann and Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder. Our litigators are adept at challenging the constitutionality of legislation that adversely impacts our clients freedom of speech, including disputes arising out of the Cable Acts of 1984 and 1992 and the television station ownership cap.
Entertainment Litigation Entertainment industry publications, such as the Hollywood Reporter and Variety, often recognize the Firm s lawyers for their important cases and influence in the field. Glaser Weil s attorneys are respected for the results they achieve in high-profile entertainment-related lawsuits and arbitrations, as well as their successful outcomes in behind-thescenes, confidential resolutions. Glaser Weil has a successful track record representing individuals, talent agencies, partnerships, production companies, talent management companies, distributors and studios. We have extensive experience with issues under the California Talent Agencies Act and we represent agencies, businesses and personal managers, as well as talent, in these disputes.
General Commercial Litigation & Contract Disputes Glaser Weil s litigators have extensive experience representing individuals, partnerships and companies of all sizes in federal and state court, before arbitration tribunals and in other dispute resolution forums. Glaser Weil regularly handles matters, for both plaintiffs and defendants, involving breaches of contract and other business torts, such as fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, tortious interference with contract, tortious interference with prospective business relations, employee raiding claims and unfair competition claims. We represent a wide variety of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, major studios, real estate investors and developers, financial institutions and high-profile entertainers and public figures. Our attorneys commercial litigation and contract dispute successes include a $9.5 million judgment in favor of a leading food wholesaler in a breach of contract action brought against a food distribution company, dispositive motions in the defense of a leading medical malpractice insurer in numerous breach of contract and bad faith actions, representation of a major rental car company in a breach of contract case against KIA Motors America and a seven-figure settlement in a case against a notorious Los Angeles slumlord on behalf of low-income residents.
Intellectual Property Litigation During the course of representing a client s business interests in litigation, it is not uncommon for disputes to arise regarding ownership of trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets and other intellectual property. Glaser Weil s litigation team is adept and experienced in identifying those issues, sometimes before they arise, and addressing them in an effective and aggressive manner. The Firm is widely recognized as a leader in intellectual property litigation. We represent both plaintiffs and defendants, at the trial level and on appeal, handling cases involving copyrights, patents, trade secrets, trademarks and trade dress. Often working in collaboration with the Firm s top-notch Intellectual Property Department attorneys, we work hard to protect our clients intellectual property in trials, arbitrations and appeals nationwide.
Products Liability Litigation Glaser Weil is a leader in product liability litigation and is recognized for their vast and cutting-edge work over the years. Our experienced team has aggressively represented a wide variety of parties in personal injury and managed claims in complex mass tort litigation. Glaser Weil is known for their a successful and strong trial practice. For example, Glaser Weil represented Philip Morris in individual smoker cases, a major sports retailer products liability cases, a major car rental company in a wrongful death case, and on the plaintiff s side, represents a number of former NFL players in the national concussion litigation, and a plaintiff in a products liability case against VF Corporation.
Securities Litigation Glaser Weil represents corporate defendants as well as individual officers and directors in class actions and large individual actions. We handle cases asserting claims such as those under Sections 10(b), 14(a) and 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Sections 11 and 12 of the Securities Act of 1933, as well as cases brought under the securities laws of various states. Glaser Weil s litigators also handle shareholder derivative litigation, representing clients in cases in Delaware Chancery Court and other federal and state courts throughout the United States. We have experience in all types of derivative litigation, including cases proceeding in parallel with securities class actions, stand-alone derivative claims and investigations of shareholder demands. We have served as counsel to corporations, officers and inside directors, outside directors and audit committees.