Professional Services

Over the years, our malpractice lawyers have fiercely defended professional services organizations that are sued after massive corporate scandals. For example, we have redefined auditor defense in many high-profile cases and have made law in critical areas—the in pari delicto defense, for example—that will govern the scope of allegations of accountant malpractice and matters involving the liability of auditors for years to come. From securities fraud class actions to third-party tort cases to lawsuits and arbitrations, we have a reputation for attacking allegations of professional malpractice in all phases of our cases, in many instances reducing or eliminating our clients’ exposure before trial, but when necessary, litigating complex liability cases to judgment.

Like most industries, professional services companies are facing a profoundly changed workforce in this post-pandemic environment. Winston has a long history counseling clients in this sector on employment, benefits, and compensation issues. Today, the attorneys in our nationally ranked Labor & Employment and Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Practices continue to assist clients navigate this unprecedented workforce landscape with flexibility and innovation in mind.

Regardless of the legal need, Winston can help. We apply our knowledge of the sector, relationships with industry leaders, and depth of resources to all types of business opportunities and challenges faced by the professional services industry. In addition to litigation and employment, we advise clients on commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, big data, cybersecurity, brand protection, and tax strategy, among others.