Michael A. Grisham

McDowell v. Tesoro Alaska Petroleum Co.
Took over case after jury verdict returned against client for $1.2mm in compensatory and punitive damages. On post-trial motions, won 75% remittitur of punitive damages award, leading to advantageous settlement.
Talbert v. E’Ola Products, Inc., et al
Took over representation of manufacturer of dietary supplements in appellate proceedings after jury trial resulted in $14mm compensatory and punitive damages award. Appellate and mediation briefing positioned case for advantageous settlement for client.
Armstrong v. Visions Int’l, Inc., et al
Took over representation of non-profit camp for teens in negligence suit arising from response to medical emergency. Briefing and trial preparation positioned case for advantageous settlement for client.
State v. Crowley Maritime, et al
Represented shipping company in successful defense of antitrust challenge to merger transaction.
State v. Tesoro Alaska Co., et al
Represented Alaska oil refining and marketing company in successful defense of State antitrust investigation.
Methvin v. Bartholemew, et al, 971 P.2d 151 (Alaska 1998)
Defended state as employer against wrongful termination and whistleblower action through successful summary judgment and appellate briefing.
Sourdough Development Services, Inc. v. Riley, 85 P.3d 463 (Alaska 2004)
Took over appeal from judicial costs and fees determination, obtaining favorable result on appeal.
Brooks v. Wright, 971 P.2d 1025 (Alaska 1999)
Successfully defended constitutionality of wolf trapping ballot measure through amicus brief on appeal.

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