Cooley partner Matthew Kutcher was recognized on Crain’s Chicago Business 2023 list of Notable Litigators & Trial Attorneys. Kutcher was highlighted for representing the California Institute of Technology in its defense against antitrust claims brought against several universities relating to financial aid. He also was noted for his defense of DeVry University, being among the lawyers leading the university’s claims against the Department of Education relating to the department’s attempt to recoup student loan discharges brought by thousands of former students.
Kutcher’s pro bono litigation work with the East St. Louis branch of the NAACP regarding state legislative redistricting also was recognized.
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Honorees were chosen from nominations of partners, or partner-equivalent statuses, at law firms in the Chicago area. They were required to have a minimum of 10 years of experience, and selections were based on impact in their field, service as mentors, promotion of inclusive practices in the workplace and leadership involvement in civic or professional organizations.