Published Works
Jurors, Watch the Screen Legal Times, co-authored with Khizr M. Khan
12 September 2005
Alvin F. Lindsay
PartnerMiami
Email [email protected]hoganlovells.com
Phone +1 305 459 6633
Fax +1 305 459 6550
Practice groupLitigation, Arbitration, and Employment
Having tried many multi-million dollar cases through final verdict or decision, Al Lindsay knows how to make the complex understandable and put his client's best case forward.
Whether the dispute relates to a multi-billion dollar power plant construction project, a nationwide product-liability class action, the crash of an airliner in South America, or even a presidential election, Al relies on his more than a quarter-century of experience litigating some of the most important cases of our time – and gets the job done.
Having tried the most complex federal and state court actions for the first half of his career, Al's practice over the past decade has increasingly focused on international arbitration. He enjoys trying cases before arbitral tribunals and dispute boards around the world.
Al is also a nationally recognized thought leader in artificial intelligence, e-discovery, and the use of cutting-edge technology in preparation for and during trials, which is why the Associated Press called Al "an expert in technology and litigation." Complementing this use of technology, Al's consummate writing and presentation skills, alongside his well-honed witness examination techniques, translate into success for his clients, both in securing pre-trial dismissals and settlements, as well as desirable trial and appellate outcomes.
With deep industry knowledge of the construction, energy, infrastructure, telecoms, and technology industries, Al acts as a trusted advisor to his clients throughout a litigation or arbitration life cycle. Balancing out his knowledge of his clients' businesses is Al's commitment to giving back. Al is the Miami office's Pro Bono Chairman, overseeing the office's efforts and personally providing local and regional organizations with legal advice to help the less fortunate.
Awards and recognitions
2019
Board Certified Lawyer, International Litigation & Arbitration
The Florida Bar
2010-2021
Commercial Litigation
The Best Lawyers in America
2020
E-Discovery
Who's Who Legal
2010-2012
Who's Who in American Law
2009
Alumni of the Year, Phi Alpha Delta International Law Fraternity
Rasco Chapter
2009
Daniel E. Murray Award for Distinguished Achievement in the Field of Law
University of Miami Law Review
2008
Most Effective Lawyers - Pro Bono
Daily Business Review
2003
Meritorious Public Service Award
The Florida Bar
1998
Diploma for Trial Advocacy Skills
National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Education and admissions
Education
J.D., University of Miami School of Law, magna cum laude, Order of the Coif., 1991
B.S., University of Southern California, 1983
Memberships
American Bar Association Litigation Section
American Inns of Court, Miami Chapter, Board Member
International Law Section, Florida Bar, Chair 2016-2017
Association of Certified E- Discovery Specialists, Advisory Board 2015-2019
University of Miami Law Alumni Association, President, 2006-2007
Miami International Arbitration Society
University of Miami Law Review, Alumni Board Member
Bar admissions and qualifications
Florida
Court admissions
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
U.S. Supreme Court
Representative experience
Lead counsel for energy company in JAMS arbitration against contractors regarding construction of US$100m natural gas-fired power plant.
Lead counsel for energy company in ICC Panama arbitration concerning construction of US$800m hydroelectric power plant.
Lead counsel for energy company in ICC arbitration in London regarding construction of US$720m gas-fired power plant in the Caribbean.
Counsel for petrochemical company in ICC arbitration over disputes concerning construction of US$750m ammonia and urea plant in Venezuela.
Counsel for aircraft manufacturer defending 70 wrongful-death actions arising out of largest aircraft disaster in South American history.
At prior firm, counsel for Florida's Secretary of State in Bush v. Gore from trial level through United States Supreme Court.*
Lead counsel representing an international air carrier in an internal investigation related to dangerous goods.
Lead counsel for an energy company AAA ICDR arbitration against contractor for catastrophic defects in a natural gas facility in Latin America.
Lead counsel for a mining company in a federal admiralty action against a vessel for allision and destruction of a Caribbean shipping facility.
In-session counsel to witness testifying before the United States Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations in Washington, D.C.
Lead counsel for a premier yacht builder in arbitration under Miami Maritime Arbitration Rules concerning the construction of a US$27m vessel.
Lead counsel for cruise ship company against vessel owner in arbitration and state court trials resulting in multi-million dollar award for client.
Lead counsel for a European car manufacturer defending a nationwide class action in federal court regarding claimed defects in bumpers.
Lead counsel for a medical device manufacturer defending claim of dismemberment due to allegedly defective peripherally inserted central catheter.
Lead counsel for an aircraft manufacturer in defense of federal court cabin air-quality litigation filed by flight attendants.
Lead counsel for an international women's products company defending product liability action claiming that product caused permanent disfigurement.
Counsel for pharmaceutical company in investigation of a whistle-blower complaint alleging regulatory violations.
Counsel for top Costa Rican pineapple grower in "bet the farm" arbitration against one of world's largest fruit distributors.
Counsel for international business technology company in ICC arbitration against Mexican telecommunication company.
Lead counsel for a medical device manufacturer in wrongful-death action involving a claim of anaphylactic shock from latex gloves.
*Matter handled prior to joining Hogan Lovells.
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