THE FIRM This firm enjoys a strong reputation for its work in complex commercial disputes, where it acts for a wide range of high-profile corporate clients. The team has represented Lloyd's of London, Cook Inlet Region and Alaska Energy Authority. It is skilled in alternative dispute resolution.
KEY INDIVIDUALS "Skilled, determined and fearless" litigator Timothy Petumenos deals with complex civil litigation for both plaintiffs and defendants. He has handled numerous major cases involving oil spills, criminal tax proceedings and wrongful termination actions. Stephen Hutchings enjoys a strong reputation for his work on construction-related litigation. Government contracts and personal injury litigation are also areas of expertise.
THE FIRM High-profile work for major clients earns this firm a strong reputation; notable clients include ConocoPhillips, Cook Inlet Region and Alaska Airlines. The team is able to call on the added depth of the firm's Seattle office as needed.
Sources say: “The lawyers are phenomenal at getting things done in crisis mode and are available and responsive, even on weekends.”
KEY INDIVIDUALS Jahna Lindemuth and Spencer Sneed spearhead the firm's litigation offering. The pair have recently represented ConocoPhillips in its defense against the State of Alaska’s termination of oil and gas unit leases. Keith Sanders impresses with his "excellent communication skills, responsiveness and willingness to work long hours to get the job done." Robert Bundy is an authority on commercial litigation. He enjoys a particularly strong reputation in the retail sector, having recently represented Safeway and Fred Meyer.
THE FIRM This compact litigation boutique is acknowledged as one of the state's leading litigation practices. Its broad expertise encompasses complex commercial litigation, antitrust claims, constitutional matters and oil and gas litigation.
Sources say: "A great litigation boutique firm."
KEY INDIVIDUALS "Excellent lawyer" Jeffrey Feldman maintains a high profile thanks to his ongoing involvement in many of the state's major cases. Much of his work focuses on complex civil and criminal matters, as does that of Susan Orlansky. Medical malpractice and environmental matters are areas of expertise. In addition to a strong civil litigation practice throughout Alaska, Eric Sanders is skilled in alternative dispute resolution. His background as a trial judge makes him a great choice for mediations.
THE FIRM This group has been involved in some major pieces of work over the past twelve months, including several claims brought against its client Alyeska Pipeline Service. The team also represents such major organizations as BP, ConocoPhillips and Koniag Development.
Sources say: “These high-quality litigators do excellent work.”
KEY INDIVIDUALS "Expert litigator" James Torgerson has had numerous recent jury trial successes. He is widely credited with building the Stoel Rives team into a major player in the Alaska litigation market.
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"very experienced and capable" David Oesting of Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is highly regarded for complex commercial matters, including bankruptcy and maritime litigation and transactions.
Matthew Peterson of Clapp Peterson & Stowers LLC frequently acts for healthcare providers. He is described as
"an excellent attorney with a tremendous amount of trial experience." Louisiana Cutler of K&L Gates earns praise as
"a tough, principled and reasonable practitioner who really looks after her clients' interests." She acts for the State of Alaska and numerous municipalities, and is increasingly active on matters relating to the oil and gas sector.
William Bankston of Bankston, Gronning, O'Hara, PC remains a leading figure in commercial litigation. He is widely noted as
"a go-to practitioner for complex legal issues." Grant Watts of Holmes Weddle & Barcott, A Professional Corporation maintains a strong construction litigation practice, as does
Michael Kreger of Perkins Coie LLP. He has served as lead counsel on a number of significant matters of late, such as his recent representation of Western Mechanical against Western Surety over a nonpayment on the Fort Greely missile defense project subcontract.