Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy

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COTCHETT, PITRE & McCARTHY is nationally recognized for its innovative approach to litigation. The firm’s reputation is built on its extensive trial experience and exemplary results, and its leadership roles in cutting-edge, landmark cases. As one of the most respected plaintiffs’ trial law practices in the country, it is the go-to firm for those with important, challenging cases. CP&M takes pride in its innovative, efficient and successful legal work and its dedication to prosecuting or defending socially just actions.

CLIENTS

CP&M’s clients range from individuals, to profit and nonprofit corporations, public entities, unions, business and professional people, policy holders, shareholders and consumers, all in litigation before the courts. CP&M is one of the pre-eminent securities and consumer financial services litigation firms in the country, winning some of the largest ever verdicts and settlements. The firm also is recognized for its continued success in representing consumers and victims in catastrophic injury cases.

COMMITMENT

CP&M believes that its willingness and ability to bring any case to trial is the only way to ensure the maximum emotional and financial recovery for its clients. The firm’s success can be attributed to its staff, which employs innovative approaches to litigate complex matters in a cost-effective and efficient manner.

SUPER LAWYERS®

Nearly one-third of all the firm’s attorneys are honored in 2008 Super Lawyers. In addition to Joseph W. Cotchett (Top 10) and Frank M. Pitre (Top 100), Niall P. McCarthy, Nancy L. Fineman, Philip L. Gregory, Mark C. Molumphy, Nanci E. Nishimura and Steven N. Williams have also been designated.

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