Michael Duffy has rejoined Baker & McKenzie’s renowned Dispute Resolution Practice as a partner, adding 12 years of experience in a range of dispute resolution matters.
Based in Chicago, Mr. Duffy has significant in-court experience and has represented a broad selection of clients, in various fields, ranging from manufacturers, private equity firms, auditors, and oil and gas companies. He has tried jury trials and various arbitration proceedings through to final resolution. Mr. Duffy, a fluent Spanish speaker, has represented Latin American and Spanish clients in various disputes in U.S. courts and arbitral proceedings.
“Michael’s fluency in Spanish and deep experience advising Latin American and Spanish clients in litigation matters are great additions to our growing practice,” said Richard Franklin, Chair of Baker & McKenzie’s North American Litigation Practice.
Mr. Duffy has been involved in numerous international arbitrations. He has also represented top-tier auditing firms on large malpractice claims and securities class actions, manufacturers against claims brought by their dealers and franchisees in courts throughout the U.S., as well as in numerous administrative tribunals. Mr. Duffy has worked with directors, officers, and boards of directors of public companies in connection with litigation and governmental investigations filed against them.
“Clients around the world rely on our Firm to help them navigate litigation risk and contentious matters across the U.S.,” said Michael Morkin, Managing Partner of the Firm’s Chicago Office. “Michael adds important skills and experience to the team, and we’re excited to welcome him back to the Firm.”
Mr. Duffy said, “I am thrilled to return to Baker & McKenzie. The Firm’s incredible cross-border capabilities and strong dispute resolution team are a perfect fit for my practice, and enhance the range of services I can offer clients.”
Mr. Duffy joins an active Dispute Resolution Practice at the Firm, with more than 700 lawyers globally and more than 125 attorneys in the US. The practice was recognized by The American Lawyer in its most recent Litigation Department of the Year award series as “the ultimate global law firm” with the “ultimate mix of global dispute success.” Chambers Global and Legal 500 rank the practice among the leaders in 25 countries – three times more than any other global law firm. In recent weeks, the practice welcomed veteran litigator Adrienne Pitts to the team.
