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Our nationally recognized Appellate & Critical Motions (ACM) Practice delivers sophisticated legal advocacy and analysis before trial, at trial, and on appeal. From state trial courts to the U.S. Supreme Court, our ACM attorneys identify, preserve, and present the critical legal issues that can make the difference between winning and losing.
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Trial skills matter—even in a world where few disputes ever see the inside of a courtroom. Winston has built a reputation as a trial lawyers’ firm, featuring seasoned litigators who leverage extensive courtroom experience to meet our clients’ business and legal objectives. Our long history of taking cases to trial—and winning—provides our clients with tremendous settlement leverage with their adversaries, as well as a substantial likelihood of a favorable resolution if, and when, they go to trial.
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Energy Industry Litigation & Investigations
With our reputation as a trial lawyers’ firm serving as our foundation, we advocate for a variety of power producers, oil and gas companies, and oilfield services providers in high-stakes litigation throughout U.S. district and appellate courts. We also handle sensitive investigations, contentious regulatory and enforcement issues, and arbitration. Our bench is stacked with innovative legal and commercial problem solvers, many of whom came to Winston from in-house positions, amplifying their appreciation for C-suite complexities. By combining our knowledge of the energy industry with first-rate trial skills, and the experience our practitioners have gained from learning our clients’ businesses, we are positioned to obtain the best result for our clients efficiently—whether in the courtroom or a negotiated solution.
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|June 12, 2025
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Winston & Strawn Recognized in The Legal 500 U.S. 2025
Winston & Strawn is recognized as a top-tier firm in five areas and recommended in an additional 45 categories in the 2025 edition of The Legal 500 U.S. In addition, eight lawyers are listed in the Hall of Fame, four lawyers are recognized as Leading Trial Lawyers, 16 partners were ranked as Leading Partners, four associates are ranked as Leading Associates, one partner is ranked as a Leading Lawyer, five lawyers are recognized as Next Generation Partners, and two lawyers are listed as Rising Stars. A total of 186 lawyers are mentioned by name in Legal 500 United States commentary for their standout contribution to respective practices.
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|June 3, 2025
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Michael Kimberly Joins Winston & Strawn in Washington, D.C.
Winston & Strawn recently announced the addition of Michael Kimberly to the firm’s Washington, D.C. office where he joins as co-chair of the Appellate & Critical Motions Practice. Michael brings a remarkable record of success, having argued nine cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and delivered more than 40 appellate arguments in courts across the country, with an overall win record of two for three. In addition to his appellate work, he frequently litigates challenges to federal administrative actions under the Administrative Procedure Act and to state laws and regulations under various provisions of the U.S. Constitution.
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|May 27, 2025
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Winston & Strawn Welcomes Michael Kimberly as Co-Chair of the Appellate & Critical Motions Practice
Washington, D.C. – May 27, 2025 – Winston & Strawn LLP announced today that Michael Kimberly has joined the firm’s Washington, D.C. office as co-chair of the Appellate & Critical Motions Practice.
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For more than 170 years, Winston & Strawn has served as a trusted adviser and advocate for clients across virtually every industry. Our law practice—built on the talent, creativity, and determination of our lawyers and an unwavering commitment to our clients—has grown into a global firm of tremendous breadth. While many things have changed since the firm’s inception, our goal has remained steadfast: provide the highest echelon of service by developing strategic partnerships with our clients, creating and implementing tailored business solutions, and identifying opportunities for innovation. Complementing this service model is the priority we place on cultivating an internal culture of inclusion and opportunity, as well as our role in serving critical needs in our communities. We continue to learn from our storied history, while looking ahead to effect change in our industry.
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