Winston & Strawn LLP

Winston & Strawn LLP‘s financial services litigation practice represents financial institutions in matters such as consumer class actions, enforcement actions, and IP litigation. The team, based in Charlotte, is co-led by Kobi Kennedy Brinson and Jack Knight – Brinson is noted for her focus on government investigations and enforcement actions, while Knight is recognized for defending white collar cases. Another key member of the group is Elizabeth Ireland, who concentrates on inquiries and investigations prompted by the DOJ, the CFPB, and the FTC, among others. In 2023, the practice has notably made two lateral hires from Kirkland & Ellis LLP, welcoming Dan Chaudoin and Caitlin Mandel.