Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner for High-Stakes Litigation & Arbitration
At Connon Wood, we bring decades of experience representing global corporations, financial institutions, and individuals in high-stakes litigation and arbitration. Our partners, former practitioners at international law firms, combine big-firm expertise with personalized attention to each case. We specialize in complex civil and business disputes across federal and state courts in the U.S. and international arbitrations spanning Canada, Europe, the Middle East, South America, Africa, and Asia.Our multilingual team, fluent in French, Dutch, Korean, and Russian, leverages global relationships to navigate intricate legal challenges. We prioritize strategic, technology-driven representation while maintaining cost-effective solutions through innovative fee structures. Our commitment to listening and responsiveness has earned us long-term client relationships built on trust and results.
Services
Litigation
Arbitration
International Arbitration
Counseling
Foreign Language Support
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of experience in high-stakes litigation and international arbitration.
- Our multilingual team navigates legal challenges across 5 continents.
- Personalized attention ensures undivided focus on each client's unique case.
- Innovative fee arrangements deliver cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.
- Proven track record in complex disputes for Fortune 500 companies and individuals.
Associations and certifications
- United Nations Global Arbitration Counsel List
What people say
Highly experienced litigators
Personalized approach
Global reach
Innovative fee arrangements
Long-term client relationships
Services
Litigation
We provide strategic representation in federal and state court litigation for complex civil and business disputes. Our team combines decades of experience with innovative technology to deliver results-driven advocacy. Clients benefit from personalized attention to each case's unique circumstances.
Arbitration
Our arbitration practice handles high-stakes domestic and international cases across multiple jurisdictions. We leverage deep procedural knowledge and global relationships to achieve favorable outcomes. The team's multilingual capabilities enhance cross-border dispute resolution effectiveness.
International Arbitration
We specialize in cross-border arbitrations involving parties from five continents. Our experience spans diverse legal systems and cultural contexts. We maintain strategic partnerships worldwide to ensure comprehensive representation in international commercial disputes.
Counseling
We offer proactive legal counsel to prevent disputes and navigate complex regulatory environments. Our advice combines industry-specific knowledge with practical business insights. Clients receive tailored strategies aligned with their commercial objectives.
Foreign Language Support
Our team's fluency in French, Dutch, Korean, and Russian facilitates seamless communication across international boundaries. This capability enhances document review, witness preparation, and negotiations in multilingual legal matters.
People
Nicholas P. Connon
Partner
Nicholas Connon, a Southern California Super Lawyer for 15 years, specializes in complex litigation and international arbitration. He serves on judicial committees and represents global corporations in high-stakes disputes.
Kathleen M. Wood
Partner
Kathleen Wood, recognized as a Top Attorney by Pasadena Magazine, brings extensive experience in civil litigation and arbitration. She focuses on strategic dispute resolution for domestic and international clients.
Robert A. de By
Partner
Robert de By handles complex international arbitrations, including landmark cases for top athletes. He contributes to global legal discussions on arbitration practices and UK Supreme Court precedents.
Jeffrey S. Shapiro
Of Counsel
Jeffrey Shapiro provides specialized expertise in litigation strategy and legal analysis. His experience spans complex commercial disputes and appellate advocacy in federal and state courts.
Constance Kim
Of Counsel
Constance Kim offers focused legal counsel in business disputes and arbitration matters. She combines technical legal knowledge with practical solutions for corporate clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Connon Wood specialize in?
We focus on high-stakes civil and business litigation, international arbitration, and complex dispute resolution across diverse industries globally.
Do you handle international legal matters?
Yes, we manage international arbitrations and disputes in Canada, Europe, the Middle East, South America, Africa, and Asia with multilingual capabilities.
How do your fee arrangements work?
We offer innovative, cost-effective fee structures tailored to each case while maintaining the highest quality legal representation.
What makes your firm different from larger law firms?
Our concentrated focus on disputes provides dedicated attention to each case, combining big-firm experience with personalized service.
