Sean Knowles is a Chambers-ranked attorney who represents public companies and their officers and directors in civil securities litigation, including shareholder class actions and derivative lawsuits, as well as disputes arising from mergers and acquisitions. He regularly defends clients against claims alleging securities fraud and breaches of fiduciary duty.
Sean has extensive experience handling complex, high-stakes securities matters, including those arising from periods of significant market disruption. His practice focuses on guiding clients through all phases of litigation, from early case assessment through motion practice, discovery and resolution.
In addition to his litigation work, Sean represents clients in investigations and enforcement actions brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and state regulators. He also advises boards of directors, special committees and executives on corporate governance issues and securities-related risk.
