Practice Areas
Comprehensive legal representation across litigation, regulatory, and advisory matters. John T. Bender brings decades of experience to every case.
Litigation
Civil Trials, Arbitration & Mediation
John T. Bender represents businesses and individuals in civil trials, arbitration, and mediation involving tens and hundreds of millions in exposure.
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High-stakes commercial litigation and business dispute resolution for companies facing bet-the-company matters.
Learn MoreClass Action, Consumer Protection & Unfair Trade Practices
Defense and prosecution of class actions, consumer protection claims, and unfair trade practices litigation.
Learn MoreBanking & Financial Services Litigation
Representation of banks, credit unions, lenders, borrowers, and investors in lending, deposit, fraud, and regulatory disputes.
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Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, DFI) & Internal Investigations
Defense of businesses and executives in SEC, DFI, and state regulatory enforcement actions and internal investigations.
Learn MoreCrisis Management & Reputational Advisory
Strategic crisis management and reputational advisory for executives and businesses facing regulatory scrutiny or public exposure.
Learn MoreCorporate Governance & Securities Law
Strategic counsel for executives and boards on corporate governance, securities compliance, and fiduciary obligations.
Learn MoreBusiness & Ownership
Partner & Shareholder Disputes
Resolution of complex partner and shareholder disputes including fiduciary duty claims, buyout disputes, and ownership conflicts.
Learn MoreSupply Chain Disputes
Resolution of disputes between suppliers, vendors, and customers involving breach of contract and commercial relationships.
Learn MoreCommercial Real Estate & Development Disputes
Litigation and dispute resolution for complex commercial real estate and development matters.
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Intellectual Property & Trade Secrets
Intellectual property dispute resolution and trade secret litigation for businesses protecting proprietary assets.
Learn MoreCryptocurrency, Digital Assets & Artificial Intelligence
Legal counsel at the intersection of US law and emerging technologies including cryptocurrency, digital assets, and artificial intelligence.
Learn MoreReputational Harm & Personal Injury
Representation in cases involving reputational harm, defamation, and personal injury for businesses and individuals.
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