Garrett W. Messerly
Commercial Litigation
Commercial Litigation
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Garrett Messerly is a trial attorney who focuses on complex commercial litigation and white-collar criminal defense in both federal and state courts. Garrett represents and advises clients before and during trials and has deep experience in government-facing investigations.Garrett’s practice encompasses a broad range of legal matters, including high-stakes litigation involving claims of fraud, breach of fiduciary duties, unfair competition, antitrust, and breach of contract. He also has experience in multidistrict litigation and bellwether trials for major product liability and pharmaceutical cases.Previously, Garrett served in the United States Air Force JAG Corps, where he developed his litigation and trial skills. As a prosecutor, he handled felony-level crimes in military justice and criminal cases. He also oversaw and conducted numerous internal investigations. Later, Garrett was selected as a defense attorney and served at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. There, he defended cadets, airmen, and officers in military justice, criminal cases, and adverse administrative actions. During this time, Garrett also guest lectured at the Academy's Department of Law. Garrett Messerly is a trial attorney who focuses on complex commercial litigation and white-collar criminal defense in both federal and state courts. Garrett represents and advises clients before and during trials and has deep experience in government-facing investigations.Garrett’s practice encompasses a broad range of legal matters, including high-stakes litigation involving claims of fraud, breach of fiduciary duties, unfair competition, antitrust, and breach of contract. He also has experience in multidistrict litigation and bellwether trials for major product liability and pharmaceutical cases.Previously, Garrett served in the United States Air Force JAG Corps, where he developed his litigation and trial skills. As a prosecutor, he handled felony-level crimes in military justice and criminal cases. He also oversaw and conducted numerous internal investigations. Later, Garrett was selected as a defense attorney and served at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. There, he defended cadets, airmen, and officers in military justice, criminal cases, and adverse administrative actions. During this time, Garrett also guest lectured at the Academy's Department of Law. Garrett Messerly is a trial attorney who focuses on complex commercial litigation and white-collar criminal defense in both federal and state courts. Garrett represents and advises clients before and during trials and has deep experience in government-facing investigations. Garrett’s practice encompasses a broad range of legal matters, including high-stakes litigation involving claims of fraud, breach of fiduciary duties, unfair competition, antitrust, and breach of contract. He also has experience in multidistrict litigation and bellwether trials for major product liability and pharmaceutical cases. Previously, Garrett served in the United States Air Force JAG Corps, where he developed his litigation and trial skills. There, he defended cadets, airmen, and officers in military justice, criminal cases, and adverse administrative actions. During this time, Garrett also guest lectured at the Academy's Department of Law.
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Barbara Nelson
I engaged Garrett Messerly and his team at Greenberg Traurig to represent our company in a high-stakes breach of contract and fraud dispute. From our initial consultation, it was clear Garrett’s decade of experience, particularly in complex commercial litigation, was a significant asset. His background from BYU Law and his recognition in this field were evident in his strategic approach. He adeptly navigated the intricacies of Utah federal court, and his preparation for depositions was exhaustive. Garrett’s personal investment in our case made us feel like a priority, not just another file. His counsel during settlement negotiations was pragmatic and saved us considerable time and expense. The only minor critique would be that during particularly intense phases of discovery, communication from his direct line could occasionally lag a day, though his paralegal was always responsive. Overall, Garrett is a formidable and trustworthy attorney who delivers results. I would confidently recommend him for any serious commercial litigation matter.