They’ve Got Next: The 40 Under 40 - Muhammad Faridi of Patterson Belknap

Please describe two of your most substantial, recent wins in practice.
I’ve had two trial victories this year. While both were important, the first was a ruling by a judge. The second was a jury verdict where our client was awarded $2.036 billion. There is something special about anxiously standing next to your colleagues and client while the verdict is read out. And then the hugs that follow.

The other important win this year was in a pro bono case where we sued the government for refusing to award U.S. citizenship to a Muslim religious figure from Sudan. The victory ...