Mintz has further enhanced its high-powered litigation practice with a five-partner team led by Philip Iovieno and including Nicholas Gravante, Jr., Sean O’Shea, Michael Petrella, and Matthew Karlan. Known for securing major victories in complex, high-stakes disputes, including representing major corporations in antitrust opt-out cases, the team establishes a powerful new vertical at Mintz, combining exceptional trial strength with a standout record representing technology, healthcare, retail, and food and beverage clients.

“We are delighted to welcome our new colleagues and are excited by the firm’s continued strategic growth,” said Managing Member Bob Bodian. “Phil, Nick, Sean, Michael, and Matt bring best in class clients, client service, and deep trial experience, particularly in the antitrust opt-out practice. Combined with our highly regarded trial and disputes practice, this addition puts Mintz squarely at the forefront of go-to law firms for the most sophisticated litigation issues across the spectrum of business disputes.”

“This group is widely recognized as one of the most formidable litigation teams in New York. Their trial pedigree, strategic approach, and success in high‑value disputes make them a terrific addition to our firm,” said Seth Goldman, Chair of Mintz’s Antitrust, Employment, and Litigation Division. “Their addition enhances our ability to meet the increasing demand for sophisticated antitrust and financial litigation work. They bring considerable depth that will strengthen our capabilities in New York and across the US.”

“We were drawn to Mintz because of its outstanding litigation reputation, its client-focused approach and its ongoing investment in practices that deliver real, long-term results for clients,” said Phil, Co-chair of the firm’s Antitrust Practice.

Together, the group brings extensive experience in complex disputes, M&A and governance litigation, securities and civil RICO matters, white‑collar issues, and significant investigations and financial‑sector litigation involving major banks.

Philip Iovieno, Co-chair of Antitrust: a nationally recognized commercial litigator and antitrust attorney with extensive first-chair trial experience. He has led major multidistrict opt‑out cases, complex antitrust disputes, and significant commercial matters for Fortune 500 companies.

Nicholas Gravante, Jr., Member: a prominent commercial litigator known for resolving sensitive, high‑stakes disputes and for his extensive work before federal and state governmental agencies, where he has negotiated numerous non‑prosecution agreements on behalf of companies and senior executives.

Sean O’Shea, Member: a seasoned first-chair trial lawyer and former federal prosecutor in the Eastern District of New York, where he served as Chief of the Business & Securities Fraud Section. He has tried nearly 100 cases to verdict in federal and state courts and has also handled numerous arbitrations and administrative proceedings. Sean is widely recognized for his skill in cross‑examination and complex trial strategy.

Michael Petrella, Member: focuses on complex commercial litigation and has deep experience in securities, antitrust, intellectual property, civil RICO, and other complex business disputes. He regularly litigates in state and federal courts and has substantial experience before the Delaware Court of Chancery, handling governance and M&A matters, shareholder disputes, and leveraged‑buyout litigation.

Matthew Karlan, Member: represents clients in significant securities, M&A, corporate governance, antitrust, RICO, and bankruptcy‑related disputes. He has trial experience in federal and state courts and has handled notable matters in the Southern District of New York and the Delaware Court of Chancery.

About Mintz

Mintz is a litigation powerhouse and business accelerator serving leaders in life sciences, private equity, energy, and technology. The world’s most innovative companies trust Mintz to provide expert advice, protect and monetize their IP, negotiate deals, source financing, and solve complex legal challenges. The firm has 600 attorneys across offices in Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Washington, DC, San Francisco, San Diego, and Toronto.