Mr. Burke is an active trial attorney who has tried cases to verdict in six different jurisdictions. His practice is focused on complex commercial litigation and estate and trust litigation. This includes trial and appellate work in federal, state and international courts. He regularly presents matters before alternative dispute resolution panels and frequently lectures on trial tactics, practice and procedure. He has appeared before the United States Court of Appeals in both the Third and Sixth Circuits. Mr. Burke advises clients in the areas of:• Commercial and corporate litigation• Trust, Estate and Orphans’ Court litigation• Resolution of partnership and shareholder disputes• Intellectual property disputes Notable Representations Successful resolution of Orphans’ Court dispute over control of charitable organization. Obtained verdict successfully overturning last will and testament arising out of undue influence. Obtained injunctive relief to protect client from theft of valuable trade secrets. Obtained $13.5 million verdict for estate of child killed in fire caused by defective product. Representation of foreign government regarding protection of assets in United States and over 30 foreign jurisdictions. Successful resolution of international dispute relating to distribution of life insurance proceeds in excess of $10 million. Represented major technology firm in the resolution of contentious shareholder litigation.
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