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Lelia A. Ledain

Associate

New York +1 212 841 1104

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    Lelia Ledain is a litigator who has handled a wide range of high-stakes, complex civil litigation in both federal and state courts, including antitrust, securities, False Claims Act, consumer protection, breach of contract and other commercial matters.

    Lelia has extensive experience representing clients at all stages of litigation, from case inception through trial. In particular, she has drafted dispositive motions and briefs, taken and defended numerous fact and expert depositions, and prepared witnesses for trial.

    Lelia maintains an active pro bono practice. Lelia served as lead counsel in a Section 1983 jury trial in the Southern District of New York, where she conducted jury selection, delivered the opening argument, conducted direct- and cross- examinations, and argued numerous motions in limine, including a successful motion for mistrial.

    Super Lawyers has recognized Lelia as a Litigation “Rising Star”.

    Areas of Expertise

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    • Representing major technology company in anticipation of litigation under consumer protection statutes.
    • Representing professional sports league in class action antitrust challenge.
    • Represented a major pharmaceutical company in preparation for trial in federal court involving alleged antitrust violations. The case resulted in a favorable settlement in the days before trial.
    • Represented a major pharmaceutical company and individual defendants in federal securities class action.
    • Represented a leading technology company in breach of contract dispute, resulting in a favorable settlement.

    Areas of Expertise

  • Credentials
    Education
    • Harvard Law School, J.D., 2016
        • Harvard Legal Aid Bureau
    • Brown University, B.A., 2011
    Bar Admissions
    • New York
    • U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
    Languages
    • French
    Pro Bono
    • Representing plaintiff in Section 1983 suit involving the police shooting of a veteran.
    • Served as lead counsel for plaintiff in Section 1983 jury trial alleging excessive force, resulting in a favorable settlement.
    • Represented client in employment discrimination suit, resulting in a favorable settlement.
    Accolades
    • New York Super Lawyers, Rising Star (2020-2022)
    Previous Experience
    • U.S. Attorney’s Office, Southern District of New York, Criminal Division, Summer Intern (2016)

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