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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP represents prominent global financial services companies in matters pertaining to securities, contract, bankruptcy, antitrust, and government and internal investigations. It has a deep bench of attorneys who are regularly involved in high-stakes and high-profile cases, as well as emerging areas such as cryptocurrency. Co-chairing the practice are Lynn Neuner and Jonathan Youngwood – Neuner is recognized for her work in commercial and securities litigation, insurance coverage, as well as her extensive trial experience. Although renowned for his securities litigation, Youngwood has also amassed substantial experience representing clients in commercial litigation, arbitrations, investigations, and regulatory matters. Another notable name in the firm is Joseph McLaughlin, who specializes in class actions in both trial and appellate courts, including the US Supreme Court. The group also benefits from the expertise of Craig Waldman and Simona Strauss, who concentrate on securities litigation. Strauss is particularly well-regarded for being ‘well-versed in trends and practices.’  All lawyers mentioned are based in New York.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team are exceptional.’

  • 'Well-versed in trends and practices.'

  • 'Simona Strauss, is whip-smart, highly available, and well-versed in trends and practices.'

  • 'Jon Youngwood and the team are exceptional.'

Key clients

  • Ally Financial
  • Banc of California
  • Best Buy
  • The Blackstone Group
  • Brighthouse Life Insurance Company
  • Bumble
  • Deutsche Bank
  • DigitalBridge
  • Home Point Capital
  • J.P. Morgan Securities
  • Estate of Robert B. McKeon
  • M&T Bank
  • Paysafe
  • ProAssurance Corporation
  • Stone Point Capital
  • Toronto-Dominion Bank
  • U.S. Bancorp

Work highlights

  • Represented Toronto-Dominion Bank in resolving litigation on the eve of trial.
  • Defending ProAssurance Corporation in a securities and derivative litigation.
  • Secured the dismissal of a putative securities class action for multiple financial services companies.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Leading lawyers

Craig Waldman

Craig Waldman

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Litigation Partner with extensive trial experience who frequently represents issuers, individuals, and underwriters in high-profile securities litigation, including class and derivative actions, in courts throughout the country. Also has considerable experience representing corporate clients, including public companies and leading private equity firms, in transaction-related litigation, corporate governance matters, and corporate control litigations.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Lynn K. Neuner, Jonathan K. Youngwood

Other key lawyers

Joseph McLaughlin, Craig Waldman, Simona Strauss, Stephen Blake