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Foley Hoag, Lawyers Recognized for Excellence by Legal 500 U.S. - 2024

Leading Lawyer, Next Generation Partner, Rising Star status awarded

June 12, 2024

Foley Hoag LLP's International Litigation & Arbitration, Mergers & Acquisitions, Life Sciences and Intellectual Property practice groups and several of their lawyers have been recognized for excellence and accomplishments in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500 United States.

The firm and lawyers were ranked in the Dispute Resolution - International Arbitration; Dispute Resolution - International Litigation; M&A: Middle-Market; and Healthcare: Life Sciences and Intellectual Property: Trade Secrets (Litigation and Non-Contentious Matters) categories.

Rankings are based on in-depth research, including feedback from clients and peers, to highlight firms with a truly national presence and the capability to handle sophisticated and complex work.

 

Dispute Resolution: International Arbitration
The following individuals were highlighted: 
  • Leading Lawyer: Constantinos Salonidis
  • Leading Lawyer: Christina Hioureas
  • Rising Star: Sudhanshu Roy
Testimonials:

‘I frequently work as an external expert with law firms in international arbitration cases and there is no law firm I like to work with more. Foley [Hoag’s] arbitration team is exceptional: bright individuals, top advocates and a fantastic team spirit.’

‘The firm is concerned about its clients (including limiting costs and creating realistic expectations) and capable of thinking out of the box when required.’

‘I particularly like working with Christina Hioureas: she is a careful and conscientious drafter, with an incredible work ethic, able to persuasively argue a case in a measured manner and an inspiring team leader.’

 

Dispute Resolution: International Litigation

Testimonials: 

‘The Foley Hoag team has a wealth of experience in the representation of States and State owned entities. Due to their extensive experience, they are able to develop nuanced legal arguments on complex issues of law. Their teams are diverse which is critical to avoiding “group think” and results in strong arguments. The teams are collaborative with strong leaders, particularly Christina Hioureas, who brings forward the best qualities in each of her team members.’

‘I’ve worked with partner Clara Brillembourg in international disputes. She has an excellent understanding of non-US legal systems, languages and cultural issues. Clara is always available to discuss strategic actions in detail.’

‘Christina Hioureas is one of the most persuasive advocates I have seen. She is also an incredibly strong leader. Among her many talents is the manner in which she weaves together the story of the case to frame the legal arguments that flow from it… She also has a killer instinct.’

 

M&A: Middle-Market
The following individuals were highlighted: 
  • Next Generation Partner: Corey Brown
Testimonials:

‘The team’s deep knowledge of its clients and the market makes it our go-to firm for any transaction-related work.’

‘There are few lawyers as knowledgeable and diligent as Peter Rosenblum. His always spot-on analysis is invaluable.’

‘Tiffany Ford and Ayah Zaidi make up invaluable parts of the Foley [Hoag] team. Always very diligent and working at a fast past and keeping a high level of detail to boot.’

 

Healthcare: Life Sciences
 

Testimonials:

‘They just care. It is amazing how much time, effort, and energy they spend thinking about our business. They are hyper responsive when needed.’

‘Jeffrey Quillen is not only brilliant, but responsive, creative, and kind as well. He is simply a joy to work with.’

 

Intellectual Property: Trade Secrets (Litigation and Non-Contentious Matters)

Editors' Note:

'[t]he team’s experience spans complex IP litigation in trade secrets matters including those of alleged misappropriation, as well as handling restrictive covenant and non-compete issues.'