Duvol M. Thompson

Duvol M. Thompson is a New York litigation attorney who practices complex commercial and civil litigation in both state and federal court. Mr. Thompson routinely represents clients in many industries, including financial services, insurance, consumer products, consumer class actions, and media and entertainment. Mr. Thompson is also the co-chair of the New York office Diversity Committee.

Mr. Thompson is also experienced in advising sports, media and entertainment clients in various projects, transactions and internal investigations.

Mr. Thompson is a staunch advocate of all clients and understands that a successful representation includes understanding the nature of the dispute, understanding the client's objectives and risk tolerance. A firm appreciation of the above considerations has led Mr. Thompson to obtain results that match legal strategy with client objectives.

Mr. Thompson has both first- and second-chair trial experience, and has often negotiated favorable settlements for corporate clients. He has also served as counsel for several firm clients in defense of class action lawsuits, ranging from claims brought under various state consumer protection statutes to wage and hour claims.

Mr. Thompson was named a 2019 Fellow of the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD). LCLD is a program created to identify high-potential attorneys from diverse backgrounds and offer training to help advance the next generation of leaders in the legal profession.

Prior to attending law school, Mr. Thompson was a two-time All-Ivy League and All-American cornerback at the University of Pennsylvania. He also played professionally in the National Football League (NFL). His prior experience in sports and entertainment has made him an excellent sounding board for clients in need.