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Consumer Class Actions & Multi-District Litigation
SJKP LLP’s consumer class action defense team consistently defends clients against class claims in both state and federal courts across the nation, often handling complex and overlapping proceedings.
Our team has a proven track record of successfully defeating class action lawsuits, drawing on extensive experience in navigating multi-jurisdictional litigation. We also regularly appear before the US Judicial Panel on Multi-District Litigation (MDL), providing clients with strategic counsel in high-stakes, multi-district cases.
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1. Consumer Class Actions & Multi-District Litigation: Successful Defense Strategies
Plaintiffs’ counsel are well aware of our track record in defeating class certification early. Our successful dispositive motions frequently put plaintiffs at a disadvantage. With a reputation for winning in trial backed by an experienced team of trial and appellate lawyers, we often drive plaintiffs and their counsel to the negotiating table, where we secure favorable settlement terms or an outright dismissal of complaints.
Comprehensive Litigation Strategy
We defend clients across industries, including technology, financial services, energy, and telecommunications. Our team represents clients facing complex claims in areas such as consumer protection, unfair business practices, deceptive advertising, fraud, and breach of contract. Additionally, we regularly handle cases involving data privacy and security, mass and toxic torts, product liability, warranties, property damage, and civil rights. We litigate and try cases in various venues, including state and federal trial and appellate courts. We also support clients navigating complex multi-defendant and multi-jurisdiction cases, coordinating legal teams across jurisdictions.
2. Consumer Class Actions & Multi-District Litigation: Tailored Solutions for Clients
As our clients’ business objectives evolve throughout litigation, we strategically adjust our approach and joint defense positions. Leveraging our global platform, we provide a comprehensive defense for our clients. Our litigators adopt a trial-ready strategy for each case, aligning with our clients’ business priorities. We identify the most expedient and cost-effective solutions for resolving matters.
Minimizing Costs and Reducing Risks
By defeating class certification early, we reduce the potential settlement costs and protect our clients from the business disruption of prolonged class action litigation. Additionally, we assist clients in evaluating early exit options such as motions to dismiss or motions for judgment on the pleadings, and facilitate insurance or indemnification to minimize costs and transfer risk.
3. Consumer Class Actions & Multi-District Litigation: Settlement Strategies and Trial Expertise
When settlement is the best solution, we craft innovative solutions to bring cases to a resolution. However, when an early favorable resolution is not possible, we stand ready to fight. Our success is driven by our proven trial and appellate wins in the courtroom.
The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading or relying on the contents of this article does not create an attorney-client relationship with our firm. For advice regarding your specific situation, please consult a qualified attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.
