Mr. Fogel has extensive experience litigating a multitude of complex business and commercial disputes in state and federal courts and arbitral forums around the country. Mr. Fogel joined the Firm in 1994 after having been associated with the law firms of Jenner & Block and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom. While at Freeborn (now SGR), Mr. Fogel served as a member of the Executive Committee, Firm Co-Managing Partner, as well as a member and Chairperson of the Firm’s Compensation Committee. Mr. Fogel earned his J.D. from DePaul University’s College of Law graduating with honors where he also served as Contributing… Read more
Ms. Fontanella has represented airlines in connection with the acquisition, leasing and financing of air transport and corporate aircraft and other equipment. Recent transactions include negotiation and documentation of several financing facilities including credit facilities provided by insurance companies and commercial lenders as well as facilities provided by international development financing organizations; operating leases, secured loans, export credit facilities provided by the U.S. Eximbank, BNDES, Export Credit of Canada and European Export Credit Agencies (ECAs); also negotiation and documentation of several multi-aircraft purchase agreements of Airbus, Boeing, Embraer and Bombardier aircraft and related engine purchase and support agreements in connection… Read more
Mr. Forte’s trial practice and experience is broad based, having been lead counsel in over 300 major adversary proceedings, including jury and bench trials, arbitrations and appeals. Much of his work in recent years has been focused on class action defense and nationwide complex litigation in the representation of financial institutions and clients in the telecommunications and transportation industries. In addition, Mr. Forte works extensively with major non-profit clients and their affiliates. Mr. Forte has maintained full-time practice responsibilities in addition to his leadership roles as Managing Partner and Chairman. In his role as Managing Partner and Chairman, Mr. Forte… Read more
With over 18 years of experience, Ms. Friedman specializes in ERISA Litigation and Litigation Avoidance, ERISA Compliance, and Employment Counseling and Litigation. She represents plans, plan sponsors (the employer or business), and plan fiduciaries. She has litigated cases ranging from single benefit claims to complex class action lawsuits. Her practice is wide-ranging, including working with qualified retirement plans, retiree medical plans, health and welfare plans, non-qualified plans, executive arrangements and contracts, and compensation and bonus plans. Ms. Friedman has significant experience litigating ERISA matters and providing advice to employers, ERISA benefit plans, and ERISA fiduciaries to ensure compliance with ERISA… Read more
Mr. Frye represents insurance and reinsurance companies in commercial litigation, including antitrust claims and coverage disputes. He advises clients on litigation strategy and appears before arbitration panels and state and federal courts. Mr. Frye has represented client insurers in disputes over a wide variety of insurance products, including CGL, E&O/ professional liability, D&O, and long-term disability policies. He was second chair in a trial that resulted in a $5 million verdict in favor of his client, a reinsurer overbilled by the defendant ceding insurer. He was second chair in an arbitration that decided that the 9/11 World Trade Center terrorist… Read more
Scott Gallagher concentrates his practice in commercial litigation dealing with complex business and contract disputes. Within his commercial litigation practice, he focuses on real estate litigation including lease disputes concerning commercial and industrial properties, purchase and sale disputes, matters involving title insurance, the removal of encumbrances on title, equitable lien claims, deed restrictions, condominium development and construction litigation. His practice also focuses on consumer litigation defense. Mr. Gallagher received his A.B. in Political Science from Duke University in 1996 and his J.D. from the University of Florida in 2000. Mr. Gallagher has been a member of the Florida Bar since… Read more
Lori Gelchion’s practice is concentrated in securities, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance. Ms. Gelchion’s experience in securities matters includes the representation of issuers in initial and follow-on offerings, “shelf” offerings, private placement transactions, exchange and tender offers, subscription rights offerings, and SEC reporting and disclosure requirements. She also represents public and private companies as both buyers and sellers in merger, acquisition and disposition transactions as well as in general corporate matters. Ms. Gelchion is recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® in the specialties of Securities/Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions and Corporate Law. She currently serves on… Read more
Mr. Gentner represents and counsel’s clients in connection with a wide variety of debt, equity, and lease financings, including U.S. and cross-border leveraged leases, mortgage financings, operating leases, project financings, export credit agency supported financings and securitizations including, ABS transactions, EETCs, and pass-through certificates. He handles matters related to aircraft, locomotives, rolling stock, vessels, and other machinery and equipment financing. Mr. Gentner has extensive experience in cross-border leasing transactions, including those on behalf of the Export-Import Bank of the United States. He has also represented major commercial airlines and secured creditors in bankruptcy proceedings and restructuring transactions in the U.S…. Read more
With many years of experience in the real estate development and construction industry, Mr. Glanzman is not only an advocate for his clients, he is an advisor who understands his clients’ business needs and works closely with them to achieve their goals. Mr. Glanzman ensures that his clients understand their legal options and potential risks. His clients frequently consult and involve him in vital business decisions. He regularly assists a diverse set of clients, including developers, real estate owners, lenders, construction managers, general contractors and subcontractors, with all aspects of real estate development and construction, including the initial drafting and… Read more
Mr. Goldstein’s practice focuses on commercial litigation and employment law. He regularly handles cases before state and federal courts, appellate courts, arbitration forums and administrative agencies. He has significant experience litigating complex commercial disputes, and has handled multi-state and cross-border litigations in various jurisdictions including Delaware, California, Florida, Washington D.C., the Netherlands, Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Israel. Mr. Goldstein’s labor and employment practice includes handling litigations over employment contract disputes, claims of wrongful termination, class actions under wage and hour laws, discrimination, and disputes over trade secrets and restrictive covenants. Mr. Goldstein also maintains a diverse commercial litigation… Read more
