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		<title>Louis M. Solomon</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:02:15 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Lou is an internationally recognized trial lawyer who has tried more than 50 complex commercial cases before judges, juries, and arbitral and governmental bodies. He has successfully litigated more than a dozen high-stakes controversies, each approaching or exceeding a billion dollars. Lou has extensive experience as lead trial counsel in...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Lou is an internationally recognized trial lawyer who has tried more than 50 complex commercial cases before judges, juries, and arbitral and governmental bodies. He has successfully litigated more than a dozen high-stakes controversies, each approaching or exceeding a billion dollars. </p>
<p>Lou has extensive experience as lead trial counsel in international disputes and controversies affecting multinational companies worldwide, with work covering EU countries, Latin America, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Russia, and other former Soviet states. He has represented clients as lead trial counsel in private and class action cases, as well as in government and regulatory proceedings, spanning diverse subject matters and industries.</p>
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		<title>Michael A. Olsen</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:01:50 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Michael Olsen is a skilled trial lawyer who focuses his practice on mass and toxic tort litigation, but also represents national and multinational corporations in complex commercial litigation including securities and commodities litigation, purchase and sale agreement disputes, and general business litigation. Currently, Mike represents The Big Ten Conference in...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Michael Olsen is a skilled trial lawyer who focuses his practice on mass and toxic tort litigation, but also represents national and multinational corporations in complex commercial litigation including securities and commodities litigation, purchase and sale agreement disputes, and general business litigation.</p>
<p>Currently, Mike represents The Big Ten Conference in the NCAA Student-Athlete Concussion Litigation (MDL 2492).  In addition, Mike was appointed by the Court to serve as lead counsel for all of the conference defendants in the MDL.  Mike also serves as national counsel for a chemical manufacturer in its litigation involving the sale of PFAS chemicals.</p>
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		<title>Lilia B. Vazova</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:01:35 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Investigations]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Lilia Vazova advises clients on high-stakes, cross-border government investigations and complex business disputes. Lilia leverages more than a decade of experience helping clients navigate: Criminal and regulatory matters facing the US Department of Justice, US Securities and Exchange Commission, and all other major government and regulatory institutions Follow-on civil litigation...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Lilia Vazova advises clients on high-stakes, cross-border government investigations and complex business disputes.</p>
<p>Lilia leverages more than a decade of experience helping clients navigate:</p>
<p>Criminal and regulatory matters facing the US Department of Justice, US Securities and Exchange Commission, and all other major government and regulatory institutions<br />
Follow-on civil litigation in federal and state courts, particularly in matters involving concurrent criminal and civil proceedings<br />
Bet-the-company commercial disputes, often involving parallel litigations in multiple jurisdictions in the US and internationally, and under the arbitration rules of all major international arbitration institutions<br />
She forges partnerships with clients to comprehensively understand their business needs and crafts pragmatic solutions that protect their business. Lilia&#8217;s experience living in multiple countries brings a diverse perspective to her cross-border work.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://bticonsulting.com/allstars/lilia-b-vazova">Lilia B. Vazova</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bticonsulting.com">The BTI Consulting Group</a>.</p>
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		<title>Sy Damle</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:01:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Sy Damle, Global Chair of the firm&#8217;s Copyright, Privacy &#038; Communications Practice, Global Vice Chair of the Artificial Intelligence Practice, and former General Counsel at the US Copyright Office, litigates industry-defining matters at the intersection of copyright law and emerging technology. Sy combines a deep understanding of the technology on...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://bticonsulting.com/allstars/sy-damle">Sy Damle</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bticonsulting.com">The BTI Consulting Group</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sy Damle, Global Chair of the firm&#8217;s Copyright, Privacy &#038; Communications Practice, Global Vice Chair of the Artificial Intelligence Practice, and former General Counsel at the US Copyright Office, litigates industry-defining matters at the intersection of copyright law and emerging technology.</p>
<p>Sy combines a deep understanding of the technology on which his clients have built their businesses and his robust federal government experience to represent technology and new media companies — including leading streaming services, software companies, and online commerce platforms — in:</p>
<p>High-stakes trials<br />
Regulatory proceedings before federal agencies including the US Copyright Office and Copyright Royalty Board<br />
Complex product counseling matters<br />
A former software engineer, Sy deftly navigates high technology matters, including those involving computer systems and networks and artificial intelligence. Sy is regularly called upon by private industry and government agencies to advise on cutting-edge issues of law and technology. He has testified before Congress and the US Copyright Office on issues involving generative AI and copyright law.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://bticonsulting.com/allstars/sy-damle">Sy Damle</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bticonsulting.com">The BTI Consulting Group</a>.</p>
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		<title>Matthew J. Blaschke</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:01:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Matt Blaschke focuses on complex litigation involving scientific or technical issues, as well as general litigation. As a partner in our Environmental and Mass Tort and Toxic Tort practices, Matt represents energy, pharmaceutical, consumer product and chemical industry clients in state and federal courts throughout the country. Matt&#8217;s experience ranges...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://bticonsulting.com/allstars/matthew-j-blaschke">Matthew J. Blaschke</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bticonsulting.com">The BTI Consulting Group</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Matt Blaschke focuses on complex litigation involving scientific or technical issues, as well as general litigation. As a partner in our Environmental and Mass Tort and Toxic Tort practices, Matt represents energy, pharmaceutical, consumer product and chemical industry clients in state and federal courts throughout the country.</p>
<p>Matt&#8217;s experience ranges from large-scale multiparty litigation to individual product liability actions. He also advises clients on environmental laws and regulations, including the federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://bticonsulting.com/allstars/matthew-j-blaschke">Matthew J. Blaschke</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bticonsulting.com">The BTI Consulting Group</a>.</p>
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		<title>Phillip C. Bauknight</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:56 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Phil represents and serves as trusted counsel for employers in a broad range of employment, business, and labor issues. As part of his practice, Phil handles OSHA and workplace safety matters across the country. He routinely helps clients contest and litigate OSHA citations and has experience representing employers during OSHA...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phil represents and serves as trusted counsel for employers in a broad range of employment, business, and labor issues. As part of his practice, Phil handles OSHA and workplace safety matters across the country. He routinely helps clients contest and litigate OSHA citations and has experience representing employers during OSHA inspections and investigations, conducting OSHA compliance audits, and defending whistleblower/retaliation claims as well as providing OSHA compliance counseling to clients. </p>
<p>Phil represents an array of clients, including those from the manufacturing, construction, technology, healthcare, franchising, retail, and financial services industries, including numerous publicly traded companies with nationwide and international operations. He regularly appears in federal, state, appellate, and administrative courts as well as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and various state agencies.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://bticonsulting.com/allstars/phillip-c-bauknight">Phillip C. Bauknight</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bticonsulting.com">The BTI Consulting Group</a>.</p>
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		<title>Chris Vaught</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:42 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Chris Vaught is a director in the firm&#8217;s Tulsa office with more than 20 years of employment law experience. As a litigator, Chris represents management and employers in all areas of employment law including the Oklahoma Anti-Discrimination Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Chris Vaught is a director in the firm&#8217;s Tulsa office with more than 20 years of employment law experience. As a litigator, Chris represents management and employers in all areas of employment law including the Oklahoma Anti-Discrimination Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. He also advises employers and human resources departments on best practices related to company policies and procedures, harassment, retaliation, reasonable accommodation, and wage and hour claims. Throughout his career, he has presented extensively on labor and employment matters to both attorneys and human resources professionals. </p>
<p>As a member of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Practice Group, Chris assists clients in exploring effective solutions to resolve their conflicts outside of traditional legal proceedings. He currently serves as an Adjunct Settlement Judge for the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma where he helps to support programs aimed at fostering early resolution of disputes without the need for further court intervention. Prior to joining the firm, he served as the Chief Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Civil Rights Enforcement (“OCRE”) before being promoted to Deputy Attorney General for the same agency. At OCRE, Chris was active in managing investigations and resolving discrimination complaints in employment, housing, and public accommodations across Oklahoma.  </p>
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		<title>Elyse D. Echtman</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:17:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Elyse D. Echtman is a skilled trial lawyer with more than 30 years of experience trying and resolving complex commercial and product liability matters. Her practice focuses not only on defending companies in litigation but also on advising clients on ways to quickly resolve disputes. Elyse&#8217;s trial experience enables her...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Elyse D. Echtman is a skilled trial lawyer with more than 30 years of experience trying and resolving complex commercial and product liability matters. Her practice focuses not only on defending companies in litigation but also on advising clients on ways to quickly resolve disputes. Elyse&#8217;s trial experience enables her to develop targeted litigation strategies even when handling cases likely to settle, avoiding unnecessary and costly motion and discovery practice where possible. A strong team leader, Elyse successfully partners with clients and other professionals to execute innovative litigation strategies.</p>
<p>Recognized by Chambers USA, clients praise Elyse saying &#8220;she&#8217;s very good at working with clients, recognizing their needs and making sure that they&#8217;re met.&#8221; Echoing these remarks, Elyse is also described as being &#8220;good on her feet in court, writes excellent briefs and thinks strategically.&#8221;</p>
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		<title>Franz Hardy</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:16:31 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Franz Hardy serves as the Co-Managing Partner of the Denver office. He is a trial attorney with over two decades of experience. He has an active state and federal trial court practice, in addition to handling numerous precedent-setting appeals. Franz works closely with clients to develop a sound legal strategy....</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Franz Hardy serves as the Co-Managing Partner of the Denver office. He is a trial attorney with over two decades of experience. He has an active state and federal trial court practice, in addition to handling numerous precedent-setting appeals.</p>
<p>Franz works closely with clients to develop a sound legal strategy. While recognizing that most cases resolve, he believes that creating an early litigation plan often times results in favorable resolution. This strategy involves the efficient and effective use of pre-trial tools and, if necessary, ultimately prepares the matter for trial.</p>
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		<title>John C. Hueston</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 14:01:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>John Hueston has been described by Chambers as &#8220;the best lawyer of his generation&#8221; with a &#8220;commanding reputation for his trial advocacy.&#8221; &#8220;One of the top trial attorneys in the country&#8221; (Chambers), Mr. Hueston has been recognized as a national &#8220;Trials MVP,&#8221; a &#8220;Lawyer of the Decade&#8221; and twice as...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>John Hueston has been described by Chambers as &#8220;the best lawyer of his generation&#8221; with a &#8220;commanding reputation for his trial advocacy.&#8221; &#8220;One of the top trial attorneys in the country&#8221; (Chambers), Mr. Hueston has been recognized as a national &#8220;Trials MVP,&#8221; a &#8220;Lawyer of the Decade&#8221; and twice as a &#8220;California Lawyer of the Year,&#8221; including for his recovery of $5.15 billion after trial.</p>
<p>A Fellow of both the American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, Mr. Hueston represents Fortune 500 companies and governments as lead counsel in their most challenging and high-profile cases and investigations. His work ranges from winning and defeating multibillion-dollar actions to terminating some of the nation&#8217;s most significant regulatory and criminal investigations and cases.</p>
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