Eric Konopka represents clients in high-stakes, complex federal and state appellate litigation.
Eric thrives in litigation involving complex, technical statutory and administrative law issues, including tax, energy regulatory, and bankruptcy cases. He briefs and argues appeals in federal and state appellate courts around the country. He also regularly represents clients in federal and state trial courts, the US Tax Court, and administrative agencies, preparing dispositive motions and advising on appellate strategy.
Eric maintains a robust pro bono practice, including acting as lead counsel in cases implicating important and novel constitutional and statutory rights.
Before joining Latham, Eric clerked for Judge Raymond Kethledge of the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, Justice Leondra Kruger of the Supreme Court of California, and Judge Carlos Bea of the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
Prior to his legal career, Eric worked in investment banking and private equity, focusing on financial institutions and esoteric financial products.
Eric’s recent victories include:
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.
Litigation victories were chosen among the top California wins for the sixth consecutive year.