Overview

Paul Cotler is a litigation associate in the New York office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Paul’s practice focuses primarily on complex mass litigation, including national personal injury mass torts, consumer and business class actions, and mass arbitrations. He has represented clients in the healthcare, tech, and food/agriculture industries on matters dealing with product liability, consumer protection laws, antitrust, False Claims Act liability, bankruptcy and insurance in state and federal courts around the country.

Paul’s work advising clients in complex civil litigation ranges from developing pre-suit strategies, briefing dispositive motions, engaging in expert and document discovery, and guiding clients through the pre-trial and trial phases of a case. Paul also maintains a robust pro bono practice, devoting a significant portion of his time to advising immigrants, veterans, individuals in custody and others facing immense, life-changing legal challenges.

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Recognition

NYSBA Empire State Counsel 2022 Honoree (Pro Bono)

Memberships & Affiliations

Member, University of Pennsylvania American Inn of Court

Credentials

Admissions & Qualifications

  • 2021New York
  • 2021New Jersey

Education

  • University of Pennsylvania Carey Law SchoolJ.D.2020

    Executive Board Member, University of Pennsylvania Law Review

    Exemplary Pro Bono Service Award

  • University of PennsylvaniaB.A., English2015
    Varsity Baseball