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Michael primarily assists clients with products liability, defamation, and other commercial claims in both state and federal court. He has experience in all phases of the litigation process, including critical motion practice, witness preparation, fact investigation, and discovery management. Michael works on civil and criminal matters across the firm’s litigation practice group, and maintains an active pro bono practice, including the successful representation of a refugee in asylum pr...
Nathan focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation, consumer class actions, and trials. He counsels and represents clients in various industries, in both state and federal courts, and helps solve their biggest problems—both inside and outside the courtroom. In addition to complex commercial litigation, Nathan has experience defending consumer class actions, litigating securities cases, and conducting internal investigations. Learn more about their practice.
Patrick focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation and white collar, regulatory defense, and investigations. Patrick has represented clients in state and federal courts at the trial and appellate levels. He has experience in complex commercial disputes, internal investigations involving parallel government criminal and civil investigations, securities litigation, and appeals in state and federal courts. Learn more about their practice.
Tyler Richards is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Tyler practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Tyler Richards since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Tyler Richards i...
Bailey is a complex commercial litigator who represents companies across a broad spectrum of industries in high-stakes disputes. She has substantial experience in state and federal courts nationwide, bringing a practical, business-focused approach to every matter. Drawing on her deep understanding of her clients’ legal and commercial priorities, she delivers efficient, effective advocacy tailored to the demands of each case. Learn more about their practice.
Amy R. Michelau is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Amy R. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Amy R. Michelau since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Amy R. Michelau is held by other lawyers.
Savannah L. Murin is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Savannah L. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Savannah L. Murin since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Savannah L. Murin is held by other lawyers.
Drawing on a decade of experience, Caitlin guides clients through significant legal challenges, crafting creative and practical legal strategies consistent with business objectives. Caitlin maintains an active pro bono practice and has been recognized for her work in multiple matters on behalf of incarcerated individuals. Caitlin focuses her practice on the defense of companies in class action, product liability, toxic tort, mass tort, and other complex litigation matters. She also has experi...
A litigator with experience on both sides of complex cases, Blake Kolesa represents businesses facing high-stakes commercial disputes and government investigations. A significant portion of his work is devoted to pro bono litigation, particularly appeals of wrongful convictions. Blake enjoys getting to know the ins and outs of the facts and science behind every case; preparing and deposing witnesses is one of his favorite parts of practice. In addition to previous experience as a plaintiff&rs...
An experienced litigator with a focus on representing clients in the health care, manufacturing, and biotechnology sectors, Ali Myhre handles product liability and mass tort litigation matters nationwide. Clients value Ali’s academic background in science and bioethics, which has shaped her ability to deftly handle dozens of fact and expert witness depositions in complex disputes, including those involving alleged toxic chemical exposures. Ali is also skilled in legal writing and motion...
A versatile commercial litigator with experience that ranges from counseling employers on policy matters to appellate advocacy work, Jasmine Morton brings an outstanding work ethic, skill, and commitment to team work to every client she serves. Jasmine focuses her practice on complex civil litigation, including False Claims Act cases, government enforcement inquiries, employment disputes, automobile liability, personal injury, general tort/negligence, and premises liability claims, and commer...
John focuses his practice on litigating product liability matters, mass tort cases, and other complex commercial disputes, and has experience representing companies from the start of litigation through trial. John is an associate with the firm’s product liability and mass torts group and one of the firm’s PRIDE associate liaisons. Learn more about their practice.
Alejandra Barcenas is a Partner at Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis LTD, where she represents clients in state and federal courts throughout Chicago, Illinois, and beyond. Her practice focuses on the defense of commercial, construction, premises liability, and transportation matters, with an emphasis on efficient and strategic litigation management. Ms. Barcenas regularly handles a wide range of complex disputes, including business and commercial litigation, personal and business pr...
