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What We Do

Founded by first-chair trial lawyers, Dunn Isaacson Rhee LLP is an elite litigation boutique focused on high-stakes trials, investigations, and crisis management. We are a modern law firm crafted to meet clients’ evolving needs in an increasingly complex and fast-moving world.

Our Approach

While others may shy away from difficult cases, we seek them out. We're not afraid of big fights, powerful opponents, or hard challenges. 

And we understand that today, litigation occurs in a complex ecosystem of media attention, regulatory scrutiny, and public policy implications. Our strategic advisory capabilities ensure that your legal strategy aligns with your broader business and reputational interests.

We also understand that the biggest legal battles require more than just good lawyers — they demand exceptional storytellers who understand the power and art of persuasion.

When Fortune 100 companies and public figures face their biggest crises, we're their first call. That's not by accident. We've secured victories in cases with billions of dollars at stake, and we've prepared numerous CEOs, other executives, and public figures for testimony at trial, in depositions, and before Congress.  

Why DIR? We have a long history of victories in the highest-stakes cases. We've consistently succeeded where others have failed, done what others thought was impossible, and delivered results when everything was on the line. 

  • We are a highly trained, specialized, and agile team of experienced litigators who have worked together in the trenches on some of the most hard-fought litigations and trials in history. We have an unparalleled track record of success in high-stakes cases.

  • Trials do not happen in a vacuum, and we know that success must combine relentless advocacy with strategic crisis management, media awareness, and regulatory sophistication. We take a holistic view, informed by our deep experience working at the highest levels across the government, with public policy, and in strategic communications.

  • From the moment a client calls, we begin preparing for trial, crafting narratives and themes that not only resonate with judges and juries, but with broader audiences as well.

  • We do not have sharp elbows, and we understand the importance of teamwork. We work with co-counsel and our clients as one team. We also know the importance of building our own team from within. Our junior lawyers are not here to check a box; they are here because they want to do the work.

  • The law firm model has largely remained the same since the Industrial Age. But hierarchy and bureaucracy do not yield the best results. We do not believe it should cost more the longer it takes to do something. We do not think “that’s the way things have always been” is a strong basis for decision-making. Instead, we encourage creativity and seek to leverage the latest technology and innovation to drive value and efficiency for our clients.