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Allen Burton
DVP and Chief Medical Officer at Abbott
Allen Burton is a prominent lawyer and partner at O'Melveny & Myers, a prestigious law firm. Here are some key details about his professional background and role:
Position and Responsibilities
Allen Burton serves as the managing partner of O'Melveny's New York office.1 He also holds several other important positions within the firm:
- Chair of the firm's Insurance Practice
- Member of the firm's Policy Committee (the firmwide governing body)
- Firmwide Hiring Partner
Legal Expertise
Burton specializes in complex litigation and arbitration matters.1 His practice focuses on:
- High-profile disputes involving billions of dollars
- Insurance litigation
- Securities litigation
- Product liability cases
- General commercial disputes
He has achieved success at various stages of litigation and arbitration, including winning major cases at the pleading stage and trial, as well as negotiating favorable settlements for clients across different industries.1
Clients and Industries
Allen Burton regularly counsels and represents:
- Leading insurance companies
- Businesses in financial services
- Aviation companies
- Healthcare organizations
- Software industry clients
Recognition and Awards
Burton has received several accolades for his legal work:
- Recognized as a "Leading Lawyer" by The Legal 500 US for Insurance: Advice to Insurers
- Named a BTI Client Service All Star
- Featured in Super Lawyers
- Recommended by The Legal 500 US for securities litigation, product liability, and insurance
Under his leadership, O'Melveny's Insurance Practice has been recognized as "Practice Group of the Year" by Law360 four times.1
Education
- J.D. from Fordham Law School (2001)
- B.A. in American Studies from Georgetown University (1996)
Allen Burton's expertise in complex litigation, particularly in the insurance and financial sectors, along with his leadership roles at O'Melveny & Myers, make him a notable figure in the legal profession.
