Accolades

What others are saying about BuckleySandler 

Smart CEO -- December 2011

BuckleySandler partner, David Baris was recognized in the December edition of SmartCEO as a “Go-To Attorney” in the area of Securities, Corporate, Transactional and Regulatory matters. In the issue, David W. Pijor, Chairman and CEO of First Virginia Community Bank was quoted as saying “Mr. Baris is one of the best banking law attorneys in the country and understands the inner workings of the banking regulatory agencies, which allows him to provide top-notch advice and counsel." Click here to access the publication.

Washingtonian -- November 2011

BuckleySandler LLP is honored to have five partners named in Washingtonian magazine’s 2011 “Best Lawyers” list. Andrew L. Sandler, Jeremiah S. Buckley, Benjamin B. Klubes and Joseph M. Kolar were named as “Stars of the Bar” in the area of Banking and Financial Services and partner David S. Krakoff was named as a “Star of the Bar” in the area of White Collar Defense.  Sandler, the firm's Chairman and Executive Partner, was also recognized as one of DC’s 30 “Superstar” lawyers. The Washingtonian’s “Best Lawyers,” which is available in the December 2011 issue, highlights “the very best in legal talent” within the Washington, DC area.

Best Lawyers in America — September 2011

BuckleySandler LLP is pleased to announce that four of its partners have once again been recognized by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2012. Partners Andrew L. Sandler, Benjamin B. Klubes, David S. Krakoff and Christopher F. Regan were selected as Best Lawyers in the 2012 edition in the following areas:

  • Commercial Litigation: David S. Krakoff
  • Corporate Compliance Law: Christopher F. Regan
  • Corporate Governance Law: Christopher F. Regan
  • Criminal Defense – White-Collar: Benjamin B. Klubes; David S. Krakoff; Christopher F. Regan
  • Financial Services Regulation Law: Andrew L. Sandler
  • Litigation – Banking & Finance: David S. Krakoff; Andrew L. Sandler
  • Litigation – Securities:  David S. Krakoff

National Law Journal, "Midsize Hot List" — July 2011

The National Law Journal’s 2011 Midsize Hot List includes “20 law firms that demonstrated excellence in the courtroom or boardroom; that spotted a niche that eluded their competitors or that excelled on many fronts; that developed innovative management, billing or training structures; that changed the face of the country’s cities; that set the standard for midsize practice — firms that clearly stand apart from your everyday law firm.”

To read the full article, please visit: http://bit.ly/qKb85j 

To view the accompanying video of BuckleySandler Chairman, Andrew L. Sandler being interviewed by the National Law Journal’s Karen Sloan, please visit: http://bit.ly/regoAN

Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business 2011

BuckleySandler is ranked as a Band 1 firm in the Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance) practice area, and as a Band 2 firm in the Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Enforcement & Investigations) practice area. Chambers USA says BuckleySandler’s “client list reads like a who’s who of global financial institutions…whom the firm defends in high stakes government investigations and major bet the company lawsuits.”

Chambers USA on Client Service: "...extremely responsive and accessible."

Chambers USA on Commercial Awareness: "...specialists in consumer finance...providing significant leadership to the industry and their clients."

Andrew L. Sandler is ranked as a Band 1 lawyer in Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance), and as a Band 1 lawyer in Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Enforcement & Investigations). Chambers says that he “is one of the most highly regarded litigators in the consumer finance space. Clients and peers regularly praise his creativity, with one client commenting: ‘He’s really authoritative and a forceful advocate on your side.’"

Jeremiah S. Buckley is ranked as Band 2 in Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance). Chambers says Mr. Buckley is “is seen as an outstanding consumer finance compliance expert. He is widely considered an expert on e-delivery of documents, RESPA, and assists clients in defending investigations at state and federal level.”

Joseph M. Kolar is ranked as Band 1 in Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance). Clients say that he is “one of America’s top mortgage lending lawyers.”

Benjamin B. Klubes is ranked as Band 3 in Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Enforcement & Investigations). A client is quoted as saying he is “trusted, capable and an excellent lawyer.”

David S. Krakoff is ranked as Band 2 in Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations. Chambers reported that “his practice crosses all aspects of criminal and related civil and administrative matters. Clients laud him as ‘a terrific lawyer and a very good strategic thinker.’”

Clinton R. Rockwell is ranked as “Up and Coming” in Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance). Chambers says he “is regarded as one of the next generation of strong consumer finance lawyers. He is an expert in state pre-emption law and regulations pertaining to mortgage lending.”

Super Lawyers: 2011

Andrew Sandler, Benjamin Klubes, Sam Buffone and David Krakoff have been named to the Washington, DC, “Super Lawyers” list for 2011. Only five percent of the lawyers in each state/jurisdiction are selected by Super Lawyers, and the recognition reflects not only their strong business litigation and financial services knowledge, but also their dedication to clients. Additionally, Andy Sandler was name a Washington DC Top 100 lawyer, a distinction given to the 100 lawyers who receive the highest point totals among nominees.

Specifically, their DC “Super Lawyers” designations were as follows:

Washington, DC’s "Best Lawyers 2011"

Andrew L. Sandler has been recognized in the field of Banking Law.

Benjamin B. Klubes has been recognized in the field of White Collar Criminal Defense.

David S. Krakoff has been recognized in the fields of Commercial Litigation and White Collar Criminal Defense.

Christopher F. Regan has been recognized in the field of Corporate Governance and Compliance Law.

Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business 2010

BuckleySandler is ranked as a Band 1 firm in the Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance) practice area, and as a Band 2 firm in the Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Enforcement & Investigations) practice area. Chambers quotes sources as saying that BuckleySandler is “the best at what they do in the country.”

Andrew L. Sandler is ranked as a Band 1 lawyer in Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance), and as a Band 2 lawyer in Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Enforcement & Investigations). Chambers says that he “has ‘an exceptional track record’ in consumer enforcement matters.”

Jeremiah S. Buckley is ranked as Band 2 in Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance). Chambers says he is “valued by clients for his advice on strategic matters including formations, acquisitions and risk management” and “an acknowledged expert on the regulation surrounding the e-delivery of documents.”

Joseph M. Kolar is ranked as Band 1 in Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance). Clients say that he “is one of the preeminent figures in the mortgage lending area.”

Benjamin B. Klubes is ranked as Band 3 in Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Enforcement & Investigations). A client is quoted as saying he “provides invaluable strategic advice on any issue we face.”

David S. Krakoff is ranked as Band 2 in Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations. Chambers reported that he “is considered a go-to lawyer for white-collar work. He has gained a reputation as ‘a superb criminal lawyer’ with an environmental focus.”

Clinton R. Rockwell is ranked as “Up and Coming” in Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance). Chambers says he “is described as an ‘intelligent, creative and practical counselor.’”

Washington Business Journal, "BuckleySandler’s Growth Turning Heads" (July 2010)

Washington Business Journal article by Ben Fischer discusses BuckleySandler’s impressive growth. “Jerry Buckley and Andy Sandler had a feeling their timing was right, but they didn’t dare dream it would be this right.”

To read the full article, please visit http://bit.ly/9IkUro

National Law Journal, "Midsize Hot List" — July 2010

The National Law Journal’s 2011 Midsize Hot List includes“20 law firms that have thrived amid the downturn … we selected firms that experienced a string of successes and that showed innovative ways to run their operations despite the economy.” The article notes that BuckleySandler has "scored a series of high-profile victories" and "has spent the past year racking up wins for clients, particularly banks facing suits over subprime lending practices."

To read the full article, please visit http://bit.ly/bWI8FE

National Law Journal, "Champions and Visionaries" — June 2010

Andrew L. Sandler was named by the National Law Journal as a "Visionary," saying he “has an impeccable sense of timing” in forming BuckleySandler LLP by combining his practice group with the former Buckley Kolar LLP in 2009.

Super Lawyers: 2010

Andrew L. Sandler, Samuel J. Buffone and Benjamin B. Klubes were selected for inclusion in the Washington, DC edition.  Andrew L. Sandler was also included in the Super Lawyers, Corporate Counsel Edition for Business Litigation.

Washington, DC’s "Best Lawyers: 2010"

Andrew L. Sandler has been recognized as an outstanding attorney in the field of Banking Law.

Benjamin B. Klubes has been recognized for his exceptional work in White Collar Criminal Defense.

 

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