Best Lawyers in Illinois, United States for Commercial Litigation
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Alison Constantine represents clients in a wide range of commercial disputes, drawing on her background as in-house counsel at a national financial institution. Her experience includes handling allegations of breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, business divorces, tax controversies and commercial lease disputes, among other commercial matters. Additionally, Alison has experience advising clients on financial services matters, including fraudulent conveyance claims, breach of guaranty...
Micaela M. Snashall is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Micaela M., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Micaela M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Anna C. Avendaño is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Construction, Litigation - Real Estate and Real Estate Law. Anna C., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Anna C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Alison Cooney is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Alison, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alison is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Sarah Kimmer is a litigation associate in the Chicago office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Sarah's practice focuses on complex commercial litigation. Her experience includes commercial disputes, consumer class actions and products liability claims. In addition, Sarah regularly represents private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies in a wide array of business disputes. Sarah also maintains an active pro bono practice.
Patrick G. Simonaitis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Securities and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Patrick G., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Patrick G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Carly A. Chocron is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Carly A., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Carly A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Olivia is committed to client-centered advocacy. Combining creativity with excellent legal research and writing, she works to achieve favorable outcomes for her clients at every stage of a case. As an associate in Barack Ferrazzano’s Litigation Group, Olivia works on a wide range of complex litigation matters, including real estate disputes, shareholder litigation, and motor vehicle franchise disputes. Prior to joining the firm, Olivia clerked for the Honorable R. Guy Cole, Jr., on the ...
Marisa Ball is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Marisa, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Marisa is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Benjamin S. Morrell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Benjamin S., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Benjamin S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Michael J. Stern is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation - Securities. Michael J., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Peter Y. Cheun is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Immigration Law. Peter Y., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Peter Y. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Edward A. Day is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Edward A., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Edward A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Oliver G. Serafini is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Oliver G., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Oliver G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Faith is an associate in the Litigation & Disputes practice group and represents clients in a range of complex litigation matters. She assists with drafting memoranda, conducting research, reviewing pleadings, and preparing motions to dismiss. She also performs document reviews for clients on discovery projects. Prior to joining NGE, Faith served as a law clerk to the Hon. M. Casey Rodgers of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida, where she worked on various civil l...
An experienced commercial litigator and client advocate, David brings enthusiasm and ingenuity to his clients’ legal disputes. David views every stage of every dispute—from pre-litigation through trial—as a unique opportunity to further important client objectives. As a partner in Barack Ferrazzano’s Litigation Group, David has guided clients through a wide range of commercial litigation matters. David has handled all phases of legal disputes, from pre-litigation throu...
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