Dr. Steven Feirson

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Biography

Steven B. Feirson is a Lecturer in Law at the University of Chicago Law School and a Deputy Chair at Dechert LLP, where he leads the Financial Services Securities Litigation practice group. With over 25 years of experience, he is dedicated to litigating large and complex cases. Feirson has a stellar reputation in the legal community, noted by Chambers as a premier litigator with incredible legal skills. His accolades include being listed in the Legal 500 (U.S.) as an exceptional litigator and recognized in Band 1 by Chambers USA and Lawdragon 500. His practice primarily focuses on securities and complex commercial litigation, alongside considerable experience in appellate matters. Feirson has successfully argued significant cases across the U.S. Courts of Appeal for the Fifth, Eighth, and Ninth Circuits. His commitment and expertise have established him as a respected figure in complex litigation.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

University of Chicago Law School • Chicago, IL

Lecturer in Law at the University of Chicago Law School.

Deputy Chair

— Present

Dechert LLP • Chicago, IL

Deputy Chair and leader of Financial Services Securities Litigation practice group.

Requirements for University of Chicago Law School

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
A first degree in law (JD, LLB, or equivalent) from a law school outside the United States
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Two to four letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement
  • Resume/CV
  • LSAC LLM Credential Assembly Service (CAS) report
Specialization Notes

The LLM program is designed for lawyers trained outside the United States to gain an understanding of the American legal system.