Hughes Hubbard Strengthens Legal Practices with Schulman Bhattacharya Acquisition
Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP has made a significant move in the legal industry by acquiring Schulman Bhattacharya LLC, a renowned boutique specializing in commercial litigation and arbitration located in Washington, D.C. This strategic acquisition, announced on January 12, 2026, underscores Hughes Hubbard's commitment to delivering unparalleled legal services during high-stakes disputes and adds exceptional litigation talent to their roster in the U.S. capital region.
Neil J. Oxford, chair of Hughes Hubbard, expressed enthusiasm about welcoming the accomplished team from Schulman Bhattacharya, stating, "We’re thrilled to have the Schulman Bhattacharya team join us. Their extensive experience and the trust they've built with their clients align perfectly with our commitment to excellence. This acquisition is part of our strategic efforts to amplify our litigation, arbitration, and investigations capabilities in the Washington, D.C. area."
Schulman Bhattacharya has built a solid reputation representing an impressive clientele that includes Fortune 100 companies, financial institutions, and foreign governments across various industries such as real estate, finance, hospitality, pharmaceuticals, energy, and transportation. Their focus on complex commercial litigation, domestic and international arbitration, corporate counseling, and internal investigations positions them as a formidable force in the legal landscape.
The experienced Schulman Bhattacharya team joins Hughes Hubbard as partners, including co-founders Jeremy W. Schulman, Koushik Bhattacharya, and Jeffrey S. Gavenman, along with two counsel and two associates. Schulman, known for leading significant litigation efforts, will helm Hughes Hubbard's Washington D.C. litigation practice, further fortifying the firm's commitment to providing top-tier legal representation.
In their previous endeavors, the Schulman Bhattacharya team has secured remarkable results for their clients, such as:
1. Serving as national litigation counsel for a leading pharmaceutical firm where they obtained a significant $18 million jury verdict and secured a permanent injunction, followed by successful appeals affirming their victories;
2. Representing a private equity firm in litigation over its interests in a $480 million petroleum enterprise and winning substantial financial recovery along with dismissal of opposing counterclaims;
3. Successfully advocating for minority partners in disputes involving real estate partnerships valued at over $500 million, achieving confidential settlements after protracted legal battles;
4. Winning summary judgments in numerous cases on behalf of a real estate lender, resulting in substantial financial awards exceeding $30 million.
The integration of Schulman Bhattacharya follows a period of strategic growth for Hughes Hubbard, which has also welcomed several partners in various specialties, including project finance and international arbitration. This growth reflects Hughes Hubbard's proactive approach to enhancing its legal expertise and service offerings.
Hughes Hubbard's reputation for excellence has not gone unnoticed, as the firm was recognized as a finalist for the Litigation Department of the Year by the New York Law Journal. The firm consistently earns high rankings from leading legal publications like Chambers and Legal 500 across a spectrum of areas, including Banking & Finance, Commercial Litigation, International Arbitration, and more.
This acquisition not only boosts the capabilities of Hughes Hubbard but also represents a significant alignment of legal values and culture. Schulman emphasized that Hughes Hubbard's "culture of independence and excellence" makes it an outstanding fit for continuing their commitment to high-quality service for their clients. As both firms look towards the future, the collaboration is expected to deliver exceptional results and further elevate Hughes Hubbard's standing in the legal industry.
Neil J. Oxford, chair of Hughes Hubbard, expressed enthusiasm about welcoming the accomplished team from Schulman Bhattacharya, stating, "We’re thrilled to have the Schulman Bhattacharya team join us. Their extensive experience and the trust they've built with their clients align perfectly with our commitment to excellence. This acquisition is part of our strategic efforts to amplify our litigation, arbitration, and investigations capabilities in the Washington, D.C. area."
Schulman Bhattacharya has built a solid reputation representing an impressive clientele that includes Fortune 100 companies, financial institutions, and foreign governments across various industries such as real estate, finance, hospitality, pharmaceuticals, energy, and transportation. Their focus on complex commercial litigation, domestic and international arbitration, corporate counseling, and internal investigations positions them as a formidable force in the legal landscape.
The experienced Schulman Bhattacharya team joins Hughes Hubbard as partners, including co-founders Jeremy W. Schulman, Koushik Bhattacharya, and Jeffrey S. Gavenman, along with two counsel and two associates. Schulman, known for leading significant litigation efforts, will helm Hughes Hubbard's Washington D.C. litigation practice, further fortifying the firm's commitment to providing top-tier legal representation.
In their previous endeavors, the Schulman Bhattacharya team has secured remarkable results for their clients, such as:
1. Serving as national litigation counsel for a leading pharmaceutical firm where they obtained a significant $18 million jury verdict and secured a permanent injunction, followed by successful appeals affirming their victories;
2. Representing a private equity firm in litigation over its interests in a $480 million petroleum enterprise and winning substantial financial recovery along with dismissal of opposing counterclaims;
3. Successfully advocating for minority partners in disputes involving real estate partnerships valued at over $500 million, achieving confidential settlements after protracted legal battles;
4. Winning summary judgments in numerous cases on behalf of a real estate lender, resulting in substantial financial awards exceeding $30 million.
The integration of Schulman Bhattacharya follows a period of strategic growth for Hughes Hubbard, which has also welcomed several partners in various specialties, including project finance and international arbitration. This growth reflects Hughes Hubbard's proactive approach to enhancing its legal expertise and service offerings.
Hughes Hubbard's reputation for excellence has not gone unnoticed, as the firm was recognized as a finalist for the Litigation Department of the Year by the New York Law Journal. The firm consistently earns high rankings from leading legal publications like Chambers and Legal 500 across a spectrum of areas, including Banking & Finance, Commercial Litigation, International Arbitration, and more.
This acquisition not only boosts the capabilities of Hughes Hubbard but also represents a significant alignment of legal values and culture. Schulman emphasized that Hughes Hubbard's "culture of independence and excellence" makes it an outstanding fit for continuing their commitment to high-quality service for their clients. As both firms look towards the future, the collaboration is expected to deliver exceptional results and further elevate Hughes Hubbard's standing in the legal industry.
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