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In the News

Spirit of Cooperation: Michael Warnecke and Bill Morrison Discuss Updates in E-Discovery

The Texas Supreme Court has called for cooperation between parties in e-discovery: “A fundamental tenet of our discovery rules is cooperation between parties and their counsel, and the expectation that agreements will be made as reasonably necessary for efficient disposition of the case.”  Partners Michael Warnecke and Bill Morrison discuss the implications with Texas Lawyer. >>

Haynes and Boone Secures Significant Victory Involving Shareholder Derivative Suits and Demand Letters

The Texas Supreme Court has issued a decision in favor of Lancer Corporation directors, represented by Haynes and Boone, LLP, in a precedent-setting ruling on shareholder derivative suits involving Texas corporations. The decision marks the first ruling by the Texas Supreme Court on the strict statutory prerequisites for commencing shareholder derivative litigation and represents a significant victory for businesses that elect to incorporate under the laws of Texas. >>



Recent Publications

Fifth Circuit Continues Rigorous Scrutiny of Securities Fraud Class Actions; Denies Class Certification and Tightens Loss Causation Standards

Over the past decade, the Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has set a high bar for securities fraud class action plaintiffs, denying class certification in a number of cases. But in light of the financial crisis and language in recent Fifth Circuit decisions, some may have thought that the tide might be turning. On February 12, 2010, the Fifth Circuit dispelled that notion in The Archdiocese of Milwaukee Supporting Fund v. Halliburton. >>





Litigation/Trial Practice

At Haynes and Boone, we know litigation. Our litigation practice includes more than 200 attorneys and is national and international in scope. We handle complex cases in state and federal courts throughout the nation and before administrative agencies and arbitration tribunals. Our trial lawyers have earned an excellent reputation because of their tenacity, trial advocacy skills and their creativity. We recognize the importance of collaborating and working closely with our clients during each phase of litigation. We are very sensitive to being cost-effective and efficient in the management of a case.

Knowledge and experience are key to victory in court. Our attorneys possess years of experience and substantive knowledge. The firm has the experience and flexibility to provide clients with the highest quality representation, on a creative, cost-efficient basis. With an aggressive, result-oriented attitude, our business litigation attorneys are committed to meeting any client’s business goals.

Some of our areas of our litigation practice specialties include:

  • Antitrust Litigation
  • Appellate
  • Arbitration
  • Banking and Financial Services Litigation
  • Bankruptcy and Insolvency Litigation
  • Business Litigation
  • Business Torts
  • Corporate Investigations
  • Corporate Litigation
  • Derivative Action Representation
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Employment Litigation
  • Energy Litigation
  • Environmental Litigation 
     
  • ERISA and Other Benefits Litigation
  • Franchise Litigation
  • Government Contracts
  • Health Care Litigation
  • Insurance Coverage Litigation
  • Intellectual Property Litigation
  • International Arbitration
  • Media and First Amendment Litigation
  • Private Entity Litigation
  • Professional Liability
  • Real Estate and Construction Litigation
  • Securities Class Action Defense and Shareholder Litigation
  • Trust and Estate Litigation