Commercial Litigation lawyers

Jonathan Yap

Director, Dispute Resolution

Drew & Napier LLC

Jonathan Youngwood

Global Co-Chair of the Firm’s Litigation Department and leads the Civil Securities Litigation Practice. He has represented corporations, boards of directors, and other clients in a wide range of high-profile complex commercial litigations and arbitration matters, including securities, corporate control, antitrust, ERISA, and bankruptcy disputes. Jon is also an experienced appellate lawyer, having argued more than 25 appeals, including cases in the majority of the federal circuit courts. Jon has successfully achieved high-profile appellate reversals and affirmations on behalf of clients in the financial services, hospitality, media and entertainment, e-commerce, and public sector, among others. Additionally, he has extensive experience representing clients in matters before state and federal regulators.

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Jonathan Yuen

Head, Commercial Litigation Head, Employment

Rajah & Tann Asia

Jonathon Crook

Jonathon has specialist expertise in handling a wide range of disputes within the banking, finance and financial services sector and regulatory investigations and enforcement proceedings by the FCA and other bodies. He advises on associated issues, including internal investigations, compliance and past business reviews. In addition, Jonathon advises on complex commercial disputes mainly within but also outside the banking and financial services sector and has market leading experience in defending public interest winding up proceedings by the Secretary of State both at first instance and on appeal.

Shoosmiths LLP

Joni Oraon

Ms. Joni Oraon, Legal Analyst at Brus Chambers, is an exceptionally accomplished legal professional whose practice is firmly rooted in the highly specialised and complex domain of maritime and shipping law, with a particular emphasis on litigation and arbitration. Her reputation as a formidable shipping and arbitration expert is well-established among clients and peers, both within India and internationally. Known for her unwavering commitment to excellence, Ms. Oraon brings strategic depth and sectoral precision to each mandate, consistently delivering results that are both legally sound and commercially astute. She is ranked as the Leading Associate for shipping and arbitration work in India by Legal500. Her practice extends across the entire gamut of admiralty, shipping, and marine-related commercial disputes. Ms. Oraon possesses a remarkable ability to distill intricate legal and factual issues, providing clients with pragmatic and result-oriented solutions in contentious and transactional maritime matters. Her nuanced understanding of the shipping industry’s commercial realities further enhances the strength of her advocacy. Core Competencies in Admiralty and Maritime Law Ms. Oraon commands particular distinction in handling matters involving arrest and release of vessels at Indian ports, an area where procedural precision and strategic timing are crucial. Whether acting for claimants seeking to secure maritime claims through urgent arrest proceedings, or defending shipowners against wrongful arrest actions, she ensures that client rights are vigorously protected in accordance with the Admiralty Act and relevant procedural laws. She is routinely engaged for disputes arising under bills of lading, charter party agreements (both time and voyage charters), and bunker supply contracts. Her ability to interpret intricate charterparty clauses and advise on demurrage, off-hire events, and “deemed earned” freight provisions has earned her significant recognition. Her advisory extends to FOB and CIF contracts, letters of credit disputes, and claims concerning breach of obligations such as safe port warranties, seaworthiness, and unauthorised delivery of cargo. Ms. Oraon also handles marine insurance disputes involving cargo damage, short delivery, and coverage disputes under various insurance policies. Her portfolio includes representation in claims under “through” bills of lading and multi-modal transport documents. Her clients include cargo interests, shipowners, charterers, P&I Clubs, freight forwarders, and maritime insurers. Her experience in shipbuilding and repair disputes, as well as in contentious sale and purchase transactions of vessels, reflects her expertise in both transactional advisory and dispute resolution. She has successfully advised on contractual breaches involving delay in delivery, specification defects, and performance warranties in ship construction and repair contracts. Arbitration and Litigation Practice Ms. Oraon is widely regarded for her adept handling of shipping arbitration, including LMAA and ad hoc arbitrations, as well as proceedings before institutional tribunals. She represents clients in disputes involving P&I settlements, enforcement of security under mortgage deeds, and arbitration clauses embedded in carriage, chartering, or shipbuilding contracts. Her litigation practice complements her arbitration expertise. She regularly appears before High Courts in admiralty jurisdictions and has played a key role in shipping-related civil suits, maritime lien enforcement, cargo loss claims, and ship finance disputes. Her familiarity with procedural law and substantive maritime principles enables her to advance her clients' cases with clarity and confidence. Further, Ms. Oraon is proficient in port infrastructure disputes and marine terminal project arbitrations. Her practice includes advising on port regulations, EPC contracts for marine works, and port-user concession agreements. She regularly advises on marine asset financing, ship registration, flagging issues, and regulatory clearances for vessel operations in Indian waters. Sectoral Distinction and Recognition Ms. Oraon’s grasp of core maritime doctrines—such as maritime liens, demurrage and laytime, safe port warranties, and seaworthiness—positions her as a sectoral expert. She is lauded for her meticulous approach, particularly in ship arrest matters and in arbitrations concerning complex technical facts. Clients trust her to navigate legal terrain involving: Maritime claims and liens Seaworthiness and safety compliance Marine insurance loss and indemnity Demurrage and delay analysis Shipbuilding quality and delivery disputes Infrastructure Arbitration and Commercial Projects Ms. Oraon extends her expertise into infrastructure arbitration, particularly in marine and port infrastructure projects. She advises on construction contracts, development agreements, and disputes under PPP and BOT models. Her understanding of financing structures and regulatory frameworks relevant to infrastructure and maritime logistics adds significant value to her representations. Ms. Joni Oraon is an indispensable member of the dispute resolution and shipping practice at Brus Chambers. Her exceptional legal insight, coupled with her diligence and strategic clarity, make her one of the most capable and respected practitioners in the field of maritime and shipping law. She is available for advisory, drafting, strategic dispute resolution, and representation in litigation and arbitration, both in India and globally.

BRUS CHAMBERS, Advocates & Solicitors

Joon Kim

Joon Kim's practice focuses on white-collar criminal defense and investigations, commercial litigation, corporate governance and crisis management.

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton

Jooyoung Yeu

Jooyoung Yeu represents leading global companies in complex commercial disputes and securities class actions in state and federal courts, as well as in US and international commercial arbitrations. Jooyoung works on high-stakes matters for large public and private companies, professional services firms, and financial institutions. She also advises clients in internal and government investigations. Jooyoung draws on substantial experience in all aspects of litigation and can point to an impressive track record of dismissals on behalf of clients in a wide range of industries, including life sciences, technology, energy, financial services, telecommunications, and consumer products. She also has complementary experience in corporate transactional work, and was seconded to a global investment bank.

Latham & Watkins

Jordan Constable

Senior Associate

Ogier

Jorge Alvarado

Partner

Rodrigo

Jorge D. Guttman

Gunster

Jorge Francisco Valdés King

Partner

Hogan Lovells

Jorge González

Junior Associate

Cuesta Campos y Asociados S.C.

Jorge Gutierrez, Jr.

Partner, Gibbs & Bruns LLP

Gibbs & Bruns LLP

Jorge de Hoyos Walther

Jorge E. de Hoyos Walthler is the Chief Executive Officer of the firm and one of Mexico’s leading practitioners in cross‑border litigation and high‑stakes dispute resolution. With more than 35 years of experience, he has built a distinguished career representing domestic and international clients in complex civil, commercial, and multi‑jurisdictional disputes. Jorge’s practice focuses on contractual litigation, civil and commercial torts, real estate disputes, and the recognition and enforcement of international judgments and arbitral awards. He is widely regarded for his ability to manage sophisticated matters involving parallel proceedings, foreign law considerations, and cross‑border enforcement strategies. In recent years, Jorge has expanded his practice into complex real estate transactions and arbitration, advising on structuring, negotiation, and dispute prevention in high‑value projects. His experience allows him to guide clients through the full lifecycle of contentious and transactional matters involving significant financial exposure. Jorge frequently collaborates with foreign law firms on disputes and transactions with international components, serving as a key strategic partner for global clients navigating the Mexican legal system. His leadership as CEO reflects his commitment to innovation, professional excellence, and the continued growth of the firm across Mexico and abroad.

De Hoyos y Avilés SC

Jose Carlos Wahle

Partner

Veirano Advogados

Jose Lorenzo III Angeles

Junior Associate

Villaraza & Angangco (V&A Law)

Joseph Alesci

Principal

DSA LAW

Joseph Blizzard

Partner

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

Joseph Blum

Partner

Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP

Joseph Chu

Partner

Withers

Joseph Chung

Partner

Deacons

Joseph Drayton

Joe Drayton is a partner in Proskauer's Litigation Department, co-head of the Patent law practice and a member of the Intellectual Property and Trials groups. Joe is a first-chair trial lawyer with over two decades of experience representing some of the nation’s most prominent companies in high-stakes intellectual property (IP) and complex commercial litigation. He has successfully handled matters across a broad range of industries before state and federal courts, the International Trade Commission and arbitration tribunals including the American Arbitration Association. Joe’s practice spans all areas of IP law—patent, trade secrets, copyright, trademark, trade dress and false advertising—both domestically and internationally. He also advises clients on IP acquisition, transfer, protection and enforcement strategies. Joe has been recognized as one of the leading lawyers in his field across the United States. In addition to his IP expertise, he has a strong track record resolving complex commercial disputes, including international supplier conflicts with significant business implications. A trusted advisor to corporate executives, Joe is known for his sound judgment and leadership. Joe is a national leader in the legal community. He recently received the United States President’s Volunteer Service Award by President Joseph R. Biden for his leadership activities in the legal community. Joe also received the C. Francis Stradford Award—the National Bar Association’s highest honor—for his integrity, legal excellence and lasting contributions to the profession. He served as the 76th president of the National Bar Association, is a former vice president and Board chair of the New York City Bar Association and served on the American Bar Association’s Standing Committee on the Federal Judiciary as the 2nd Circuit and Federal Circuit Representative, a role that included Joe providing congressional testimony to the Senate Judiciary Committee at the confirmation hearings for the Honorable Ketanji Brown Jackson.

Proskauer Rose LLP

Joseph Finley

Partner

Jones Day

Joseph Kwan

Partner, Head of Commercial Litigation practice group

Deacons