Four Decades for Justice
For generations, Cravath’s litigators have devised creative resolutions to complex disputes. Drawing on our deep bench of trial‑ready attorneys, we have repeatedly secured precedent‑setting results that have reshaped the legal and business landscapes for our clients. Cravath stands out “for its persistence and ability to help define industries,” and we are among the few top firms of choice for clients facing their most difficult and critical litigation. (Financial Times)
Cravath trains generalist litigators with the tools to tackle complex cases from every angle. We see the broader picture, so we can devise and deliver innovative approaches to the problem at hand, regardless of the subject matter, industry or client’s role in a particular dispute. The credibility and experience we bring to each matter and our preparation of each case from the outset as if it is going to trial give us a strategic advantage in all steps of litigation. Our litigators “have repeatedly gone the distance in some of the thorniest, most complex trials and appeals,” understanding how to explain complex issues and technology simply and clearly without getting lost in the weeds. (The American Lawyer) Because Cravath’s litigators are trained across a broad array of legal areas, the same team can handle general commercial claims as well as disputes involving more specialized areas of the law, allowing us to use small teams and be more cost‑effective.
We also work closely with clients to understand and appreciate their business objectives and culture to provide both short- and long‑term solutions. Cravath’s litigators are not just legal advisors—we are our clients’ partners in developing workable solutions to the wide range of issues they face.
Cravath was named New York Law Journal’s “Litigation Department of the Year” in 2022 and 2019, and its “Class Action Litigation Department of the Year” in 2021. Benchmark Litigation has described the Firm as “the standard bearer... command[ing] respect on the national stage for its prestige and unassailable brand,” and has repeatedly recognized our practices—including honoring the Firm as “Antitrust Firm of the Year” in 2023, “General Commercial Firm of the Year” in 2022 and “Trial Firm of the Year” in 2021. In addition, Cravath received Legalweek’s 2023 Leaders in Tech Law Award for “Litigation and E‑Discovery,” and has earned recognition from the Financial Times as both “Most Innovative Law Firm for Legal Expertise” and “Most Innovative for Dispute Resolution.” As The American Lawyer has noted, “Cravath stands out for its novel arguments” and our litigators consistently push beyond the “playbook” to develop strategies that will deliver the best results for our clients.
Our team has ranked in the top tiers of Benchmark Litigation, Chambers USA, The Legal 500 US and Best Lawyers Best Law Firms and has earned repeated praise from clients and the market, including:
Cravath trains generalist litigators with the tools to tackle complex cases from every angle. We see the broader picture, so we can devise and deliver innovative approaches to the problem at hand, regardless of the subject matter, industry or client’s role in a particular dispute. The credibility and experience we bring to each matter and our preparation of each case from the outset as if it is going to trial give us a strategic advantage in all steps of litigation. Our litigators “have repeatedly gone the distance in some of the thorniest, most complex trials and appeals,” understanding how to explain complex issues and technology simply and clearly without getting lost in the weeds. (The American Lawyer) Because Cravath’s litigators are trained across a broad array of legal areas, the same team can handle general commercial claims as well as disputes involving more specialized areas of the law, allowing us to use small teams and be more cost‑effective.
We also work closely with clients to understand and appreciate their business objectives and culture to provide both short- and long‑term solutions. Cravath’s litigators are not just legal advisors—we are our clients’ partners in developing workable solutions to the wide range of issues they face.
Cravath was named New York Law Journal’s “Litigation Department of the Year” in 2022 and 2019, and its “Class Action Litigation Department of the Year” in 2021. Benchmark Litigation has described the Firm as “the standard bearer... command[ing] respect on the national stage for its prestige and unassailable brand,” and has repeatedly recognized our practices—including honoring the Firm as “Antitrust Firm of the Year” in 2023, “General Commercial Firm of the Year” in 2022 and “Trial Firm of the Year” in 2021. In addition, Cravath received Legalweek’s 2023 Leaders in Tech Law Award for “Litigation and E‑Discovery,” and has earned recognition from the Financial Times as both “Most Innovative Law Firm for Legal Expertise” and “Most Innovative for Dispute Resolution.” As The American Lawyer has noted, “Cravath stands out for its novel arguments” and our litigators consistently push beyond the “playbook” to develop strategies that will deliver the best results for our clients.
Our team has ranked in the top tiers of Benchmark Litigation, Chambers USA, The Legal 500 US and Best Lawyers Best Law Firms and has earned repeated praise from clients and the market, including:
Deals & Cases
April 04, 2024
On April 3, 2024, The Walt Disney Company (“Disney”) announced that, based on the tabulation of its proxy solicitor, it appears that Disney’s full slate of 12 directors has been elected by a substantial margin over the nominees of Trian and Blackwells at Disney’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Cravath is representing Disney in connection with this matter.
Deals & Cases
April 02, 2024
On April 2, 2024, Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (“Endeavor”), a global sports and entertainment company, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Silver Lake, the global leader in technology investing, in partnership with the Endeavor management team and additional anchor investors. Cravath is representing the independent Special Committee of Endeavor’s board of directors in connection with the transaction.
Deals & Cases
March 21, 2024
On March 20, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York granted summary judgment in favor of Cravath client Keppel Offshore & Marine Ltd. (“KOM”), dismissing an action alleging claims for fraud, aiding and abetting fraud and conspiracy. Plaintiffs, a set of energy and investment funds managed by EIG Management Company, LLC (collectively, “EIG”) claimed that KOM failed to disclose that it was engaged in a bribery scheme with Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (“Petrobras”), the Brazilian oil company, and with a company under Petrobras’s control, Sete Brasil Participações, S.A. (“Sete”). According to EIG, this failure to disclose caused EIG to invest over $220 million in Sete, defrauding EIG.
Deals & Cases
February 22, 2024
On February 13, 2024, the New York State Appellate Division, First Department, reversed the convictions of Tommy Davis, who was simultaneously prosecuted for two unrelated incidents involving firearms. Cravath represented Mr. Davis on a pro bono basis alongside co‑counsel at the Office of the Appellate Defender.
Deals & Cases
January 29, 2024
On January 25, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York entered judgments against appropriation artist Richard Prince and his co‑defendants Laurence Gagosian, Gagosian Gallery and Blum & Poe gallery.
Activities & Publications
April 22, 2024
In January 2024, Cravath partner Lauren M. Rosenberg was appointed to the New York Permanent Commission on Access to Justice. Established in 2010, the New York Permanent Commission on Access to Justice’s mission is to expand access to civil legal services and improve access to justice generally. It provides support for the preparation of the Chief Judge's annual statewide hearing to assess the unmet needs for legal representation in civil legal proceedings involving fundamental human needs, and it assists in developing the Chief Judge's report and recommendations to the Legislature and the Executive about the level of public resources necessary to meet those needs.
Activities & Publications
April 22, 2024
On April 18, 2024, Law360 published an article written by Cravath partners David J. Kappos and Sasha Rosenthal‑Larrea entitled “Surveying Legislative Trends as States Rush to Regulate AI.” The article discusses trends in the large quantity of state artificial intelligence legislation introduced in 2024 thus far, including the imposition of obligations on AI developers and deployers; the required disclosure of the use of generative AI; the regulation of specific uses of AI such as its use in litigation; and the regulation of the risk of algorithmic discrimination.
Accolades
April 17, 2024
On April 16, 2024, Cravath was honored by the Volunteers of Legal Service (“VOLS”), a nonprofit organization that provides free civil legal services to low‑income New Yorkers with limited resources, at its 2024 New York, Together gala. Cravath partner Antony L. Ryan, who serves as Chairman of VOLS’ Board of Directors, accepted the award on the Firm’s behalf in recognition of its “strong and historical” pro bono partnership.
Activities & Publications
April 17, 2024
On April 11, 2024, the New York State Unified Court System announced the formation of an advisory panel to study the impact of artificial intelligence on the New York state courts, including the practical, legal and ethical risks posed by its use. Cravath of counsel Scott B. Reents was appointed to be a member of the advisory committee, alongside other legal technology experts, judges, court administrators, attorneys, legislators and academics.
Activities & Publications
April 16, 2024
Cravath partners Gary A. Bornstein and Noah Joshua Phillips and practice area attorney Benjamin J. Bauer participated in the American Bar Association’s 2024 Antitrust Law Section Spring Meeting, which was held from April 10‑12, 2024, in Washington, D.C., and convened international antitrust, consumer protection and data privacy professionals.
Deals & Cases
April 04, 2024
On April 3, 2024, The Walt Disney Company (“Disney”) announced that, based on the tabulation of its proxy solicitor, it appears that Disney’s full slate of 12 directors has been elected by a substantial margin over the nominees of Trian and Blackwells at Disney’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Cravath is representing Disney in connection with this matter.
Deals & Cases
April 02, 2024
On April 2, 2024, Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (“Endeavor”), a global sports and entertainment company, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Silver Lake, the global leader in technology investing, in partnership with the Endeavor management team and additional anchor investors. Cravath is representing the independent Special Committee of Endeavor’s board of directors in connection with the transaction.
Deals & Cases
March 21, 2024
On March 20, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York granted summary judgment in favor of Cravath client Keppel Offshore & Marine Ltd. (“KOM”), dismissing an action alleging claims for fraud, aiding and abetting fraud and conspiracy. Plaintiffs, a set of energy and investment funds managed by EIG Management Company, LLC (collectively, “EIG”) claimed that KOM failed to disclose that it was engaged in a bribery scheme with Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (“Petrobras”), the Brazilian oil company, and with a company under Petrobras’s control, Sete Brasil Participações, S.A. (“Sete”). According to EIG, this failure to disclose caused EIG to invest over $220 million in Sete, defrauding EIG.
Deals & Cases
February 22, 2024
On February 13, 2024, the New York State Appellate Division, First Department, reversed the convictions of Tommy Davis, who was simultaneously prosecuted for two unrelated incidents involving firearms. Cravath represented Mr. Davis on a pro bono basis alongside co‑counsel at the Office of the Appellate Defender.
Deals & Cases
January 29, 2024
On January 25, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York entered judgments against appropriation artist Richard Prince and his co‑defendants Laurence Gagosian, Gagosian Gallery and Blum & Poe gallery.
Activities & Publications
April 22, 2024
In January 2024, Cravath partner Lauren M. Rosenberg was appointed to the New York Permanent Commission on Access to Justice. Established in 2010, the New York Permanent Commission on Access to Justice’s mission is to expand access to civil legal services and improve access to justice generally. It provides support for the preparation of the Chief Judge's annual statewide hearing to assess the unmet needs for legal representation in civil legal proceedings involving fundamental human needs, and it assists in developing the Chief Judge's report and recommendations to the Legislature and the Executive about the level of public resources necessary to meet those needs.
Activities & Publications
April 22, 2024
On April 18, 2024, Law360 published an article written by Cravath partners David J. Kappos and Sasha Rosenthal‑Larrea entitled “Surveying Legislative Trends as States Rush to Regulate AI.” The article discusses trends in the large quantity of state artificial intelligence legislation introduced in 2024 thus far, including the imposition of obligations on AI developers and deployers; the required disclosure of the use of generative AI; the regulation of specific uses of AI such as its use in litigation; and the regulation of the risk of algorithmic discrimination.
Accolades
April 17, 2024
On April 16, 2024, Cravath was honored by the Volunteers of Legal Service (“VOLS”), a nonprofit organization that provides free civil legal services to low‑income New Yorkers with limited resources, at its 2024 New York, Together gala. Cravath partner Antony L. Ryan, who serves as Chairman of VOLS’ Board of Directors, accepted the award on the Firm’s behalf in recognition of its “strong and historical” pro bono partnership.
Activities & Publications
April 17, 2024
On April 11, 2024, the New York State Unified Court System announced the formation of an advisory panel to study the impact of artificial intelligence on the New York state courts, including the practical, legal and ethical risks posed by its use. Cravath of counsel Scott B. Reents was appointed to be a member of the advisory committee, alongside other legal technology experts, judges, court administrators, attorneys, legislators and academics.
Activities & Publications
April 16, 2024
Cravath partners Gary A. Bornstein and Noah Joshua Phillips and practice area attorney Benjamin J. Bauer participated in the American Bar Association’s 2024 Antitrust Law Section Spring Meeting, which was held from April 10‑12, 2024, in Washington, D.C., and convened international antitrust, consumer protection and data privacy professionals.
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