Best Lawyers in New York, United States for Commercial Litigation
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Nick Werle represents clients in state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate levels and before state attorneys general and federal prosecutors. He regularly represents companies, executives, public officials, government entities, and nonprofit organizations in their most sensitive and high-stakes matters involving criminal, trade secret, antitrust and deceptive trade practices issues. Mr. Werle also has experience with affirmative litigation against executive orders and regularly...
Bryan W. McCracken is a litigation associate who joined Ford O’Brien Landy LLP in 2022. Bryan mainly focuses on white-collar criminal defense, government & regulatory investigations, and complex commercial and securities litigation. Bryan has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® – Securities Litigation for 2024. While at Ford O’Brien Landy LLP, Bryan has assisted with the following representations: A foreign CEO in federal district court on criminal charge...
Arthur Kutoroff represents individuals and businesses in a broad array of white-collar criminal and regulatory investigation and litigation matters, as well as in securities and commercial litigation. In particular, Arthur focuses on defending clients accused of securities fraud, bribery, and related offenses at both the trial and appellate levels. He has been named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers and among the “Ones to Watch” for 2024 and 2025 by Best Lawyers. His ex...
Juan M. Ruiz Toro represents clients in state and federal court at both the trial and appellate levels, focusing especially on dispositive motions, appeals, and trial strategy. He has significant experience representing technology companies and educational institutions in high-stakes litigation raising novel questions of law. He also maintains a robust pro bono practice, with special focus on voting rights, civil rights, and capital defense.
Kevin Lelonek focuses his law practice in the areas of business litigation and business bankruptcy and reorganization. He works closely with clients ranging from large private-sector companies, to family-owned businesses and non-profit organizations. In every matter, Kevin works closely with the client to identify the nuances of their individual situation, and craft a plan that best meets their unique needs. Business Litigation As a member of our litigation practice group, Kevin works closely...
Andrew Chesley’s practice includes white collar criminal defense and securities enforcement defense, governmental and internal investigations, and commercial litigation. Andrew represents individuals at various stages of governmental investigations and prosecutions, from pre-enforcement depositions or interviews through trial and sentencing. Andrew has represented individuals facing criminal or Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charges of insider trading, wire fraud, identity the...
At Hecker Fink, Jeffrey Then's practice has focused on white collar criminal defense and government investigations, internal investigations, and civil litigation matters. Jeffrey maintains an active pro bono practice in asylum, civil rights, and criminal matters. Some of his most recent pro bono matters include filing an amicus brief in the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of Black Women Law Scholars arguing that race-conscious admissions programs are constitutional; representing an incarcerated ...
Sarah Anne Baugh is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Sarah Anne practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Sarah Anne Baugh 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 Sarah Anne Baugh is held by other lawyers.
Jovana Crncevic is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Jovana practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized Jovana Crncevic 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 Jovana Crncevic is held by other lawyers.
Joella Jones focuses her practice on government and internal investigations, regulatory enforcement, and complex litigation matters. She has represented global corporations, public companies, and financial institutions before the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the US Department of Justice (DOJ), the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) and other authorities. Ms. Jones maintains an active pro bono practice, with a focus on civil rights. She began her career at th...
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