Focused. Experienced. Built for the Big Cases.

Class action defense isn’t a sideline at Pilgrim Christakis—it’s central to who we are.

We handle these high-stakes, high-visibility matters with discretion, precision, and seasoned judgment. Our clients trust us not only to defend cases, but to protect their businesses and reputations along the way.

What Sets Us Apart

While many firms respond to class actions by assembling large, costly teams, our approach is intentionally lean. Most matters can be staffed with one partner and one associate—experienced attorneys who understand how to move quickly and decisively.

We don’t compromise on quality; we eliminate inefficiency. Each case benefits from decades of combined experience in financial services litigation and class action defense.

And unlike firms that rely on a “class action playbook,” we build every strategy around your business objectives, not our templates. We tailor our strategies to your needs—whether that means aggressively litigating novel legal theories or positioning a case for early and efficient resolution.

Understanding the Stakes

A class action filing carries consequences far beyond the courtroom. These cases draw scrutiny from leadership, regulators, shareholders, and the media. Even unfounded claims can threaten financial stability and public confidence.

We help clients assess those implications early and act strategically to stay ahead of the risk.
Success in class action defense rarely means winning at trial—it means avoiding one. The best result is to defeat class certification and stop the case before it gains momentum.We provide a comprehensive level of service, from advising on public relations issues to exploring the availability of indemnification or insurance to negotiating class-wide settlements to handling appeals of class certification rulings and objector’s claims and challenges.