Milbank Welcomes Former Solicitor General Assistant Colleen Roh Sinzdak to Appellate Practice

Milbank Strengthens Appellate Team with Colleen Roh Sinzdak

In a significant development, Milbank LLP has added Colleen Roh Sinzdak, a former Assistant to the Solicitor General of the United States, as a partner in their Washington, DC office. This move is seen as a strategic enhancement of the firm’s already robust Supreme Court and appellate practice, which is led by renowned appellate attorney Neal Katyal.

Milbank Chairman Scott Edelman expressed excitement about Sinzdak’s arrival, recognizing her as a highly esteemed member of the appellate legal community. He noted that her extensive experience, covering both her time in private practice and her recent role within the Solicitor General's Office, will provide invaluable insights into the intricate legal challenges faced by clients.

Specializing in appellate litigation, Sinzdak brings a wealth of knowledge in diverse areas including life sciences, healthcare, bankruptcy, and white-collar crime. During her nearly six years in the Solicitor General’s Office, she not only represented the United States in the Supreme Court but also played a pivotal role in managing litigation strategies for cases bound for higher courts. With 11 Supreme Court arguments under her belt and the authorship of over 100 Supreme Court briefs, her track record speaks volumes of her capabilities.

Sinzdak has stated she looks forward to collaborating with Katyal and her new colleagues at Milbank on high-stakes legal matters. Her prior experiences include prestigious clerkships with Judge Merrick Garland on the D.C. Circuit and Chief Justice John Roberts at the Supreme Court, as well as significant tenures at Covington & Burling LLP and Hogan Lovells in their respective litigation and appellate practices. She holds a J.D. summa cum laude from Harvard Law School, alongside degrees from Cambridge University and Columbia University.

This strategic hire is part of Milbank's ongoing expansion, particularly within the DC office, which has recently seen a surge in notable talent, including partners like Gurbir S. Grewal and Olivia Choe in the litigation and arbitration space. Andrew M. Leblanc, a partner and managing partner for Milbank’s Washington, DC office, mentioned that Sinzdak's addition would accelerate the growth momentum already established by the firm.

As Sinzdak embarks on this exciting new chapter of her career, her integration into the Milbank team signals a strong commitment to delivering exceptional legal services and advocacy on behalf of clients navigating complex legal landscapes. The firm is renowned for its collaborative approach, fostering an environment where seasoned litigators and rising stars alike can thrive and excel in achieving their clients’ strategic goals.

With such a stellar addition to their roster, Milbank is poised to solidify its stance as a leader in appellate law, anticipating the strategic implications of upcoming legal challenges and the evolving landscape of the judiciary. This latest move is a testament to Milbank's dedication to attracting top-tier legal talent capable of addressing the multifaceted issues that clients encounter in today’s legal arena.

As Milbank LLP continues to develop its human capital and expand its capabilities, the firm remains committed to fostering an environment conducive to mentoring and professional growth, especially in its appellate practice, where the stakes are often the highest.

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