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Barnes & Thornburg LLP

You’ll find us at the heart of business. With more than 700 attorneys and other legal professionals, Barnes & Thornburg LLP is one of the largest law firms in the country. We serve clients worldwide from offices in Atlanta, California, Chicago, Delaware, Indiana, Michigan, Minneapolis, New York, Ohio, Raleigh, Salt Lake City, Texas and Washington, D.C. We provide guidance in more than 50 dedicated practice areas in litigation, intellectual property, labor and employment, government services and finance, healthcare, real estate, environmental, corporate, and finance, restructuring and insolvency. Our value-driven approach is what you should expect in your law firm. Find out more at btlaw.com.

We don’t just work for you, we collaborate with you. To help reach your goals, we offer dedicated resources to assess, listen and provide ‘voice of the client’ data back to our attorney teams to serve clients more effectively.

We have a dedicated client service team – unique among law firms – whose primary function is to bring “the voice of the client” into the firm and ensure clients have a positive experience.

We put a high priority on client feedback, which we are open to at any point in an engagement. We listen and connect through formal client feedback surveys, end-of-matter debriefs, annual interviews and ongoing management discussions. The goal is always to assess how we can improve, be more collaborative, and add value.

Clients can expect a service approach tailored to their unique goals and needs. We will take the time to consult with you to fully understand your goals, expectations, and communication preferences in order to develop a strategic path that best aligns with your interests.

Associate
Jamal focuses his practice in area of corporate law. He assists clients, including startups, with mergers and acquisitions by reviewing, revising and managing legal due diligence reports,…
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Associate
Adey O. Adenrele is an associate in Barnes & Thornburg's Washington D.C., office and a member of the firm's Litigation Department and the White Collar and Investigations Practice Group…
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Partner
Kathleen M. Anderson has been an advocate for businesses and entrepreneurs throughout the country for more than 20 years. Kathleen, who focuses her practice on litigation and counseling,…
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Partner
Fredric P. Andes is a partner in the Chicago and Washington, D.C., offices of Barnes & Thornburg and the leader of the firm's water team. Fred is involved in counseling and litigation…
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Associate
Luis F. Arandia, Jr. delivers responsive representation in a wide range of international trade matters, including customs and import compliance, export controls, economic sanctions, and…
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Staff Attorney
Mario Arango is passionate about helping clients understand the law and how to best protect their intellectual property endeavors – whatever they may be. To that end, he represents and…
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Partner
Dean Barnhard represents major businesses, including a Fortune 50 chemical and genetically engineered seed manufacturer, in the defense of toxic tort and product liability claims. With a…
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Associate
J. Alexander Barnstead is an associate in the Indianapolis office of Barnes & Thornburg and a member of the firm's Litigation Department and the Compliance, Antitrust and Competition…
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Partner
Adam Bartrom represents management interests in employment and labor law matters. He defends clients in litigation, and designs strategic plans and best practices in his work with business…
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Partner
Criminal defense lawyer and civil litigator Michael Battle is focused on white collar criminal matters. Having previously served as a prosecutor and judge himself, Michael understands their…
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Associate
Michael Baumert is an associate in Barnes & Thornburg’s Chicago office. As a member of the Intellectual Property Department and Corporate Department, Michael focuses on technology-…
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Partner
Mark Bayer concentrates his practice on antitrust, securities, privacy, theft of trade secrets, intellectual property, class actions, RICO and other complex litigation matters. As managing…
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Partner
Heather Carmody brings a disciplined approach to advising family offices and high net worth individuals and their closely held businesses in tax, estate and asset protection planning. She…
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Partner
Jan M. Carroll, retired of counsel in the Indianapolis office of Barnes & Thornburg, represented businesses and individuals in state and federal litigation. Her experience encompassed…
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Partner
Brian Casey is a partner in the Litigation Department of Barnes & Thornburg's South Bend, Indiana, office. He concentrates his practice on business litigation, particularly securities…
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Partner
Rob Castle is a partner in the Litigation Department in Barnes & Thornburg’s Dallas office. Rob represents clients in a variety of industries; however, the majority of his practice…
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Associate
Bryan Castro focuses his litigation practice on guiding clients through reconciling disputes in court or through alternative dispute resolution. He has a deep knowledge of the judicial…
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Partner
Michael Cavallaro advises banking and financial services companies on national and regional regulatory and legal compliance issues related to consumer and commercial bankruptcy and…
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Of Counsel
Jeff focuses his practice on a variety of matters affecting tribes in Michigan and nationwide, including treaty rights, taxation, gaming, and economic development. He has been involved in…
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Partner
Richard Deahl delivers practical, thoughtful and effective real estate and business law counsel. Appreciated for his strategic solutions to problem-solving, Rich consistently provides the…
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Partner
Healthcare providers depend upon Heather Delgado for her commitment to responsiveness and practical legal advice. Heather focuses on finding the right solution for her clients. She is…
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Partner
Charlie Denton represents an array of clients in environmental and toxic tort litigation, enforcement defense, regulatory compliance solutions and pollution insurance coverage disputes. He…
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Of Counsel (Retired)
Anne DePrez advises on securities and business litigation, representing issuers, directors, underwriters, broker-dealers and other institutional clients in securities fraud class actions,…
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Partner
Andrew J. Detherage is a partner in the Indianapolis and Los Angeles offices of Barnes & Thornburg. Andrew serves on the firm's Management Committee. He is admitted to practice in…
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We’ve been practicing environmental law since the mid-1970s – long before it became fashionable. Barnes & Thornburg LLP’s Environmental Law Department has grown with the times, and…
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Associate
Margarita Escalante assists clients in domestic and international corporate matters and commercial transactions including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate governance and…
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Of Counsel
Douglas W. Everette is of counsel in Barnes & Thornburg's Indianapolis and Washington, D.C., offices and is a member of the Corporate Department and the Energy, Telecommunications and…
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Partner
Bill Ewing advises and represents clients in a wide range of transactions with a particular focus on the energy industry. With over 25 years of experience, Bill understands the art of the…
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The Barnes & Thornburg LLP Financial Institutions Practice Group offers financial institutions a full range of legal services, including representation before various state and federal…
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Barnes & Thornburg LLP’s securities litigators have tried securities fraud, securities enforcement, and corporate control cases to verdict. We have been involved in some of the largest…
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Partner
Steve Fink is a partner in Barnes & Thornburg LLP’s Fort Wayne, Indiana office and the Fort Wayne Administrator of the Financial, Insolvency and Restructuring Department. His practice…
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Partner
John P. Fischer, a partner in Barnes & Thornburg LLP’s Indianapolis, Indiana office, joined the firm in September, 1997. He practices in the Litigation Department. Mr. Fischer’s…
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Partner
Eric Fisher serves as trusted confidant and counselor, as well as the voice of reason, to clients who are in the midst of difficult and challenging disputes and litigation. With deep…
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Partner
Amy’s clients range from large international pharmaceutical corporations to smaller companies producing innovative drugs and drug products. She prepares and prosecutes domestic and…
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Associate
Jacob German focuses his practice on municipal law and finance, procurement law, and executive branch, legislative branch, and federal lobbying initiatives. He represents public and private…
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Associate
Jackie Gessner is an associate in the Indianapolis office of Barnes & Thornburg, where she is a member of the firm's Labor and Employment Law Department.
Prior to joining Barnes &…
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Associate
Leonard Giannone strategically guides clients by focusing on virtually all aspects of their intellectual property, with an emphasis on patent portfolio management and development. As a…
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Partner
Matt does not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to building a patent portfolio; instead, he tailors the portfolio strategy to meet the specific needs of the client, based on the…
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Partner
David R. Gillay is a partner in Barnes & Thornburg's Environmental Department. Before joining the department in 2001, he obtained an advanced environmental engineering degree and…
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Partner
Roy A. Ginsburg is a partner in Barnes & Thornburg LLP’s Minneapolis, Minnesota, office and a member of the firm’s Labor & Employment Law Department.
Mr. Ginsburg has represented…
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Partner
Elisa Mineck Harris is an experienced attorney with a demonstrated history of serving as counsel to both innovative startups and large healthcare entities regarding regulatory, corporate…
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Associate
Julie Veldman Harris is an attorney in the Columbus office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP, and a member of the firm’s Healthcare and Corporate departments as well as the Data Security and…
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Partner
Oni N. Harton is an associate in Barnes & Thornburg LLP's Indianapolis office where she is a member of the firm's Litigation Department as well as the Drug and Medical Device and Toxic…
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Partner
Thomas Haskins is a partner in Barnes & Thornburg’s Dallas office and a member of the Litigation Department. His practice focuses on advising individuals and companies on a wide range…
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Partner
Sarah Hawk’s strategic mind and extensive understanding of current and emerging immigration legislation and trends have earned her national and international recognition. Sarah provides…
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The Barnes & Thornburg Healthcare Department regularly represents physicians, medical groups, managed care organizations, hospitals, nursing homes, and national healthcare-related…
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Of Counsel
Edward A. Keirn is special counsel for Commercial Transactions and Consumer Financial Services, in the Indianapolis, Indiana office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP. His practice is devoted to…
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Alex Kelly focuses her practice on white collar criminal matters and the resolution of complex civil litigation claims. She is valued by clients and colleagues alike for her strong case…
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Partner
David has served as opinion and due diligence counsel for Fortune 100 companies and managed both domestic and international patent prosecution dockets.
He has deep IP litigation experience…
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Partner
Chair of Barnes & Thornburg’s Healthcare Department and Industry Practice, John advises and defends companies and individuals in criminal prosecutions and civil litigation involving…
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Associate
Evan drafts complaints, briefs, motions, and discovery requests for toxic torts and other types of commercial litigation to help defend clients in state and federal court proceedings. 
He…
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Partner
Jeanine Kerridge is an associate in Barnes & Thornburg LLP's Indianapolis office. She is a member of the firm's Litigation and Governmental Services Departments. Ms. Kerridge has…
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Partner
Business lawyer and trusted adviser Sal LaViña, the firm's Real Estate department chair, closes complex transactions and provides strategic advice to his many successful clients. With more…
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Partner
Donald P. Lawless is a partner in Barnes & Thornburg’s Labor and Employment Law Department in Grand Rapids, Michigan and serves as Vice Chair of the firm's Higher Education Practice…
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Partner
Denise A. Lazar is a partner in the Chicago office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP where she is a member of the firm’s Litigation Department and Co-Chair of the Toxic Tort Practice Group. Ms…
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Partner
Kyle W. LeClere is a partner in the Indianapolis office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP and a member of the firm’s Litigation Department. His practice focuses on commercial disputes, product…
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Associate
Michael Lee is an associate in Barnes & Thornburg’s Los Angeles office and a member of the Labor and Employment Department. Mr. Lee defends employers and individuals in wage & hour…
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Of Counsel
Michael advises on managing and developing intellectual property portfolios for a wide array of clients in the U.S. and abroad. He provides legal counsel pertaining to IP and business…
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Client Relationship Specialist
For nearly 30 years, Al has worked directly with and supported lawyers and law firms, with a dedicated focus on practice group development, engaging in collaborative pitch efforts and…
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Attorney in Charge
A range of entities, from the United Nations to small, two-person businesses, along with construction companies, and trade and business associations – come to Frank because of his nearly 45…
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Partner
Dr. Alice Martin advises on domestic and international patent prosecution and litigation opinions. She delivers legal acuity, scientific and intellectual prowess and prompt attention to…
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Of Counsel
Terra represents software development companies, educational institutions, life sciences, medical centers, hospitals, physicians and research organizations in immigration and global…
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Partner
Previously named as one of the country's '50 Most Influential Minority Attorneys' by The National Law Journal, Billy represents corporations in complex civil and white collar criminal…
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Partner
As a native Spanish speaker from the Dominican Republic, she has a passion for providing Spanish language representation to clients. This involves working with Spanish language witnesses…
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Partner
First-chair intellectual property litigator and counselor Brad Olson advocates and protects the rights of businesses and individuals across the United States and internationally. Decades of…
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Partner
Paul Olszowka is a partner in the Chicago office. He is a member of the firm’s Litigation Department and serves as co-chair of the firm’s Antitrust and Competition Practice Group. He has…
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Partner
Buying or selling entrepreneur-owned businesses requires a unique focus on the many ways these transactions and the post-closing relationships often fail, including cultural integration,…
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Associate
Alexander P. Orlowski is an associate in Barnes & Thornburg LLP’s Indianapolis office and a member of the firm’s Litigation Department. He is also a member of the firm’s Commercial…
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Associate
Travis Ortiz advises private investment fund clients in their formation, fundraising, portfolio investment and ongoing operational and compliance efforts.
He has experience advising private…
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Associate
Tayo handles matters on his clients’ behalf regarding compliance with U.S. export control regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms…
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Associate
Ashley E. Parr is an associate in Barnes & Thornburg’s Chicago office, where she is a member of the Environmental Department and Renewable Energy Practice Group.
Prior to joining Barnes…
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Associate
Anne Parrish offers clients the detail-oriented approach to dispute resolution necessary to find the right solutions for their matters. Her litigation practice is focused on a variety of…
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Jury Consultant
Amit Patel offers clients the unique perspective of his combined experience as a corporate attorney, civil litigator, and social psychologist. Leveraging his background in law and social…
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Partner
Michael G. Paton is a partner with Barnes & Thornburg LLP, resident in the firm’s largest office in Indianapolis, Indiana where he is a member of the Corporate Department and Chairman…
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Associate
Erin M. Pauley is an associate in the Chicago office of Barnes & Thornburg and is a member of the Litigation Department.
Ms. Pauley’s experience includes property insurance subrogation…
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Associate
Thomas Payne is an associate in the Indianapolis office of Barnes & Thornburg, where he is a member of the Labor and Employment Department.
Prior to joining Barnes & Thornburg full…
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Associate
Jessica Reiss has considerable interest and depth of knowledge in environmental law. Her level of understanding stems from multiple, diverse perspectives gained working in numerous…
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Partner

Heather focuses her practice on IP and complex commercial litigation. She is a first-chair litigator and has represented clients in all stages of the litigation life cycle, including in…
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Associate
Kristen Richer is a litigation associate in Barnes & Thornburg’s Los Angeles office. She has a background in commercial litigation, with a practice focusing on product liability, false…
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Partner
Mariana Richmond is a partner in the Corporate Department in the Indianapolis, Indiana office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP and heads the Immigration Practice Group. She is a member of the…
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Partner
Erik counsels developers, investors, funds and financial institutions on the debt and equity financing of real estate. He represents clients in equity syndication through limited…
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Partner
Timothy J. Riffle is a partner in the Indianapolis office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP, serving as the chair of the Tax Section of the Corporate Department.
Mr. Riffle practices primarily…
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Partner
David P. Schack is a partner in Barnes & Thornburg’s Los Angeles office where he is a member of the Litigation Department. Mr. Schack focuses his practice on insurance coverage…
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Associate
A detailed-oriented and strategic thinker, Colleen Schade is committed to helping her clients navigate the ever-changing field of labor and employment law, understand how the laws affect…
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Partner
Trace Schmeltz is a partner in the Chicago office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP, where he is the co-chair of the firm’s Financial, Corporate Governance, and M&A Litigation Group and a…
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Associate
Kelsey has experience drafting and negotiating agreements involving personnel policies and handbooks, restrictive covenants, bonus and executive compensation, termination and discipline,…
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Associate
Caitlin S. Schroeder is an associate in the Indianapolis office of Barnes & Thornburg and a member of the firm’s Litigation Department. She focuses her practice on attorney ethics and…
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Partner
Jason advises healthcare clients as they navigate the ever-changing regulations and statutes within the industry. He provides counsel on the operational, regulatory and legal challenges…
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Associate
Abby Vineyard is an associate in Barnes & Thornburg LLP’s Litigation Department and is located in the Atlanta office.
With experience in a wide range of litigation matters, Ms. Vineyard…
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Of Counsel (Retired)
Michael B. Watkins, retired of counsel in the South Bend, Indiana, and Grand Rapids, Michigan, offices of Barnes & Thornburg, was a member and department administrator in the South Bend…
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Partner
Scott Watson has broad experience handling traditional environmental matters such as property contamination cleanup and the mediation, arbitration, and litigation complexities that follow.…
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Partner
Linda Weinberg provides practical advice to business and institutional clients on international trade law, including export controls, foreign assets control and customs. She works regularly…
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Partner
Jordan Weinstein focuses his practice on counseling, licensing and litigation in U.S. and international trademark, patent, copyright, unfair competition, advertising, internet and high-…
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Associate
Robert A. Weinstock is an associate in Barnes & Thornburg LLP’s Chicago, Illinois office and a member of the firm’s Environmental Department, which was recently recognized as Tier 1 for…
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Partner
Brian Weir-Harden focuses his practice on white collar criminal defense, internal and government investigations, criminal and civil antitrust law, and corporate compliance. A clear and…
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