About
Jason Halper is a partner at Vinson & Elkins, concentrating his practice on complex commercial litigation, securities disputes, and corporate governance matters. He represents public and private companies, directors, officers, and financial institutions in high-stakes disputes where strategic judgment, disciplined advocacy, and courtroom experience are essential to achieving favorable outcomes.
Jason earned his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Fordham University School of Law. He completed his undergraduate education at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business, earning a Bachelor of Science degree, which provides a strong analytical foundation for sophisticated financial, securities, and governance-related litigation.
Jason’s practice encompasses securities class actions, shareholder derivative litigation, ERISA claims, and complex contractual disputes. He regularly handles matters involving regulatory investigations, internal reviews, fiduciary duty claims, and litigation arising from mergers, acquisitions, and corporate control transactions across multiple jurisdictions.
Jason has substantial trial and arbitration experience, representing clients in federal and state courts, regulatory tribunals, and arbitration forums nationwide. His matters frequently involve proceedings before FINRA, the SEC, stock exchanges, and arbitration panels, requiring precise litigation strategy and deep familiarity with financial and regulatory frameworks.
Jason works with clients across financial services, insurance, energy, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, real estate, and telecommunications, relying on his ability to manage multifaceted disputes. He advises boards, executives, and institutions facing significant exposure, tailoring litigation strategies to align with business objectives and long-term governance considerations.
Throughout his career, Jason Halper has helped clients resolve complex disputes efficiently while protecting institutional credibility and enterprise value. His work reflects a consistent focus on results-driven advocacy, clear strategic thinking, and steady leadership in matters involving substantial legal, financial, and reputational risk.
Law Office Affiliations
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Partner, Vinson & Elkins LLP
- Member, New York State Bar Association
Licensed State
- New York
Education
- Fordham University School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Awards & Badges

- Business Litigation
- Class Action
- Litigation




