Roxanne is an experienced business litigator who helps clients solve problems and achieve their goals efficiently. Active in both state and federal court, she has advised on director and officer litigation, bankruptcy matters in the energy and other industries, handled internal and government investigations in the U.S. and Europe, and represented investors and financial services firms in a wide array of civil litigation matters.

Roxanne distinguishes herself in her ability to win cases based on solid legal strategy. Her practice includes extensive representation of both public and privately held companies in investor, creditor and executive disputes as well as in shareholder litigation. She has successfully defended clients in cases involving securities fraud and government investigations of hedge funds.

Roxanne has also represented creditors, institutional investors, and debtors in litigation arising from Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases and financial restructurings. She spent six years working in the firm’s New York office.

Roxanne is committed to using her skill set to give back to the community. This dedication led her to become the first Akin Fellow for Her Justice, where she first-chaired a dozen family-law cases for low-income women and victims of domestic violence.  In addition, Roxanne serves on both the Pro Bono Committee and the Diversity & Inclusion Counsel at the Firm. Moreover, Roxanne is a Vice-Chair of the Firm’s Latinx Resource Group.