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Former U.S. Attorney, Seasoned Litigator Bill Leone Joins Fulbright

William J. Leone joins Fulbright as a partner from Faegre & Benson LLP , where he has practiced since serving as the U.S. Attorney for the District of Colorado. Leone is known for his representation of Big Four accounting firms, among others, and has tried more than 50 cases to juries, judges and arbitration panels. His work includes commercial litigation and government investigations.

“Bill is a highly-regarded and experienced litigator who has a well-rounded legal background. He is a great strategic fit for our Denver office,” said Steven B. Pfeiffer, the Chair of Fulbright’s Executive Committee. “His experience as a trial lawyer and counselor, and his service with the U.S. Attorney’s office and knowledge of white collar defense and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act will benefit our clients throughout the Rocky Mountains.”

Leone served as the U.S. Attorney for the District of Colorado from 2004 until 2006. He joined the office as a First Assistant in 2001 after spending nearly 20 years in private practice. During his time within the U.S. Attorney’s office, Leone managed an office of 75 trial lawyers and 250 professional staff. He additionally has served on national advisory committees on white collar issues and national securities fraud. He also was a member of the Colorado Securities Fraud Task Force.

“Bill is known for his ability to handle the tough cases with a common sense approach and while treating everyone involved with dignity,” said Stephen C. Dillard, the head of Fulbright’s Global Litigation Department. “His approach closely mirrors that of our disputes lawyers who work across the globe for our clients each day. He is a great addition to our team.”

The growth potential of Fulbright’s Denver office and the firm’s historic and well-regarded reputation when it comes to litigation matters attracted Leone, he said.

“Fulbright offers an excellent opportunity to continue to serve clients in the Rocky Mountain West while working as part of a highly-regarded and respected team with national and international reach,” Leone said. “I am thrilled to be joining a firm I have long admired and look forward to working alongside such a talented group of lawyers.”

Leone is licensed to practice in Colorado and received his J.D. from the University of Colorado in 1981. He received his undergraduate degree in political science from Colorado State University in 1978.

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“The addition of these highly regarded attorneys enhances the depth and experience in our real estate, banking and finance and litigation specialty practices," said Joseph P. Conran and David A. Fenley, Husch Blackwell Co-Chairmen. "In particular, these attorneys bring an expertise in resort/hospitality areas and professional and collegiate stadium development and redevelopment that will complement and expand our depth and expertise in all facets of real estate development. The litigation attorneys joining us have a 'first-in-class' reputation in Denver and the western United States.” Paul A. Jacobs is one of Denver’s best-known dealmakers. Generally acknowledged as the driving force behind Denver’s 1990 Major League Baseball Expansion bid, Jacobs had primary responsibility for structuring and organizing the ownership group, processing the National League Franchise application and negotiating and documenting all major agreements of the franchise, including the partnership agreement, National League Membership Agreement, loan agreements, ballpark leases, concession agreements, broadcast rights agreements and major sponsorship agreements. Jacobs continues to be involved with major league sports and has parlayed his experience and negotiating skills into a national practice. Robert P. Detrick focuses on complex local, national and international development projects, land use and zoning, annexations, master-planned communities, community organization and governance, acquisitions, leasing, and the marketing and sale of commercial and residential real estate, including high-end fractional products and private residence clubs. Michelle Z. McDonald serves as counsel to local and national developers of major retail, office, hotel and mixed-use properties in all aspects of acquisition, development and disposition as well as counseling landlords and tenants on office, retail and build-to-suit ground lease transactions. She also represents national, regional and institutional banks and private equity investors and borrowers in the origination, restructuring and workout of complex financial transactions involving diverse real estate projects including local and national hotels, condominium developments and large-scale, mixed-use developments. Jacob R.

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