Richard Bress retired from the partnership in December 2023. He was a partner in Latham & Watkins’ Washington, D.C. office. He advised clients on appellate and Supreme Court litigation, as well as high-stakes strategic litigation challenging federal and state laws and federal agency actions.
Mr. Bress has argued scores of appellate cases, including eight in the Supreme Court, on a broad range of nationally important matters. He also has led numerous lawsuits successfully challenging the constitutionality of federal, state, and local government actions.
In addition to his practice, Mr. Bress was the Global Chair of the firm’s Ethics Committee. He previously served as a member of the firm’s Executive Committee.
Latham litigators recognized for securing a seismic decision in New York’s high court, the Court of Appeals, for Tax Equity Now NY (TENNY), which is expected to lead to systemic changes to address the long-standing disparities in New York City's property tax system.
Latham recognized for wins on behalf of clients Michelle Cochran and Fluor Corp.
Litigation victories were chosen among the top California wins for the sixth consecutive year.