Gary Feinerman

Gary Feinerman is a senior litigation attorney representing clients in high-stakes matters across federal and state courts. He draws on decades of experience as a former federal district judge, state solicitor general, and private practitioner to guide clients through complex commercial disputes, constitutional litigation, securities matters, and multidistrict proceedings. His practice is defined by strategic judgment, courtroom precision, and the ability to manage cases with significant legal and financial exposure.

Gary earned his J.D. from Stanford Law School, where he graduated with Order of the Coif honors. He received his B.A. from Yale College, graduating summa cum laude. His academic background reflects a strong foundation in legal reasoning, constitutional law, and analytical rigor. Following law school, he completed prestigious judicial clerkships that further shaped his approach to trial advocacy, appellate strategy, and judicial decision-making at the highest levels.

During his judicial career, Gary served for twelve years as a United States District Judge for the Northern District of Illinois, presiding over dozens of jury and bench trials and issuing more than one thousand opinions. He also sat by designation on the U.S. Courts of Appeal and held leadership roles within the federal judiciary. Earlier, as Solicitor General of Illinois, he argued significant cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and appellate courts nationwide.

In private practice, Gary Feinerman represents clients facing their most consequential litigation challenges. He is known for creative problem-solving, disciplined case strategy, and credibility with courts and opposing counsel. Recognized consistently by leading legal publications, he combines judicial insight with advocacy experience to deliver authoritative guidance in complex litigation, appeals, and investigations requiring exceptional judgment and precision.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, American Law Institute
• Member, Chicago Inn of Court
• Member, Federal Bar Association’s Chicago Chapter

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• Stanford Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Yale College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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