BakerHostetler
About BakerHostetler
BakerHostetler is a respected presence in 18 local jurisdictions in the US, with 189 of its attorneys recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® and 65 of its attorneys recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Since receiving its first individual recognition in 1993, the firm has continued to excel across an exceptionally broad range of practice areas, including:
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
- Energy Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Project Finance Law
- Qui Tam Law
- Securities Regulation
- Trade Secrets Law
- Trusts and Estates
*Unactivated firm profiles show a limited selection of up to 10 practice areas.
These honors come directly from peer feedback, reflecting the strong regard other leading attorneys have for BakerHostetler's skill, advocacy, and commitment to clients.
Office Locations:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Austin, Texas
- Chicago, Illinois
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Columbus, Ohio
- Costa Mesa, California
- Dallas, Texas
- Denver, Colorado
- Houston, Texas
- Los Angeles, California
- New York, New York
- Orlando, Florida
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- San Francisco, California
- Seattle, Washington
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Wilmington, Delaware
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Recognized Lawyers at BakerHostetler
Raymond O. Aghaian is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Raymond O., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Raymond O. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Nicholas L. Simon is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Nicholas L., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicholas L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Sean Solis represents clients in their most sensitive and consequential business disputes. He serves as counsel within BakerHostetler’s Digital Assets and Data Management Group, where he specializes in data privacy class action defense. Sean’s meticulous attention to detail and business-focused strategies ensure optimal outcomes in high-stakes matters, whether through early resolution or at trial. His strategic foresight and deep legal knowledge make him a pivotal member of his te...
Luke Zavoli is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Luke, who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Luke is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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