Megan Alicia Behrman

Megan Alicia Behrman is a litigation attorney and partner at Latham & Watkins LLP, who represents clients in complex lawsuits and disputes, regulatory investigations, and high-stakes court matters. Her practice includes securities class actions, shareholder derivative litigation, civil disputes, and enforcement proceedings. She works with individuals, emerging companies, financial institutions, and multinational corporations facing significant legal challenges. Through strategic advocacy and careful case management, she helps clients address risk, defend their interests, and pursue favorable outcomes in matters involving substantial financial and business consequences nationwide.

Megan earned a J.D. from Harvard Law School and a B.A. in Mathematics from the University of Pennsylvania. She graduated summa cum laude and developed a strong academic foundation in analytical reasoning, research, and problem-solving. Her education supports her ability to evaluate complicated legal and financial issues in litigation and investigations. Before entering private practice, she served as a judicial clerk for Judge Henry Coke Morgan Jr. of the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.

Megan has represented clients in significant securities and commercial litigation matters throughout her career. She has helped obtain dismissals in major securities fraud cases, defended financial institutions, and advised companies facing regulatory scrutiny. Her experience also includes disputes involving technology businesses, pharmaceutical companies, cryptocurrency platforms, and other organizations operating in highly regulated industries. She has worked on matters involving allegations of contract breaches, unfair competition, trade secret claims, and corporate governance issues, helping clients navigate complex legal environments effectively.

Megan Alicia Behrman also maintains a strong commitment to public service through pro bono work. She has represented asylees in immigration proceedings, assisted victims of domestic abuse, and advocated for prisoners challenging unconstitutional conditions of confinement. In addition to her client work, she has contributed to leadership and professional development initiatives within her firm through committee service. Megan combines strong legal knowledge, courtroom experience, and practical judgment to help clients address challenging disputes and investigations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Latham & Watkins LLP
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• Harvard Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Pennsylvania
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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