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5.0/5.0 Review for Derek Whitefield by a Partner on 02/16/12 in Products Liability Defense
Derek is one of the finest attorneys I have been privileged to work with in my twenty-six years of practice. He should receive the highest rating M-H can give!
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5.0/5.0 Review for Derek Whitefield by a Deputy General Counsel on 02/14/12 in General Practice
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5.0/5.0 Review for Fred Fresard by a Chief Legal Officer on 02/10/12 in Products Liability Defense
One of my "go to" counsel --- has the unique skill set to blend practicality and legality --- simply one of the best trial lawyers in the U.S.
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5.0/5.0 Review for Derek Whitefield by a Partner on 02/09/12 in Complex Litigation
Derek is an excellent lawyer and an asset to the legal field.
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5.0/5.0 Review for Derek Whitefield by a Partner on 02/09/12 in Products Liability Defense
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5.0/5.0 Review for Derek Whitefield by a Managing Partner on 02/09/12 in Products Liability
Derek was in house for a time. He understands both the outside lawyer's and the client's perspective. He is one of the brightest, kindest, hardest working people I know. He is an exceptionally gifted and diligent lawyer.
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5.0/5.0 Review for Derek Whitefield by a Principal on 02/09/12 in Products Liability
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5.0/5.0 Review for Fred Fresard by a Partner on 02/02/12 in Products Liability Defense
I have opposed Fred Fresard in trial. He is very good as a trial lawyer, and behaved ethically and professionally.
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5.0/5.0 Review for Fred Fresard by a General Counsel on 02/02/12 in Automobile Liability Defense
Fred is a smart, practical lawyer. He's very good at making sure issues are addressed properly, without overlawyering.
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5.0/5.0 Review for Fred Fresard by a Staff Lawyer on 02/02/12 in Products Liability
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