Tiffany Ikeda Austin is a seasoned litigator with a 15-year track record representing clients in high-stakes commercial disputes, complex insolvency-related litigation, and arbitration proceedings.
Tiffany regularly leads matters from inception through trial or resolution, working closely with clients to develop strategy, manage risk, and achieve business-focused outcomes. She has significant first-chair and stand-up experience in both court and arbitration, and is known for her practical, hands-on approach to litigation.
Her practice spans a wide range of industries, including technology, entertainment, and emerging sectors such as digital assets. She represents clients in state and federal courts and in domestic arbitration proceedings.
Tiffany has been deeply involved in high-profile, hotly contested disputes arising out of the collapse of major cryptocurrency platforms. She recently represented the joint liquidators of a large cryptocurrency hedge fund in complex litigation against a global digital asset exchange, involving claims exceeding US$1 billion and novel issues at the intersection of insolvency and digital asset markets.
Tiffany also has substantial arbitration experience. She successfully represented a leading plant-based meat company in a complex breach of contract dispute against a co-manufacturer, securing a favorable award for her client.
Clients regularly entrust Tiffany to run their matters day-to-day, and she is valued for her ability to take ownership of cases, communicate clearly, and drive efficient, strategic outcomes. She works closely with clients and is often the primary point of contact in managing litigation risk and advancing case strategy.
In addition to her commercial practice, Tiffany maintains an active pro bono practice. She regularly volunteers with Bet Tzedek’s Elder Abuse Restraining Order Clinic, assisting vulnerable clients in obtaining critical legal protections, and was recognized by the Western Center on Law & Poverty with its Rock Star Award for her advocacy.
Tiffany's experience includes advising:
*Matter handled prior to joining Latham
A Latham team, led by partners Chris Harris and Adam Goldberg and counsel Tiffany Ikeda Austin, won a bench trial in Delaware Bankruptcy Court that will enable the joint liquidators of Three Arrows Capital to amend its claim in the FTX bankruptcy from US$120 million to US$1.5 billion.