Crowell & Moring Attorneys Chahira Solh and Joanna Forster Named to Daily Journal’s “2026 Leading Commercial Litigators” List

Los Angeles – April 1, 2026: The Daily Journal named Crowell & Moring’s Chahira Solh and Joanna Forster to its “2026 Leading Commercial Litigators” list. This recognition honors attorneys who have served as lead counsel in major litigation in California or whose national cases have had a significant impact on the California legal landscape.

Solh, a partner in Crowell & Moring’s Antitrust & Competition Group, focuses her practice on all aspects of antitrust law, including litigation and government enforcement actions, joint venture analysis, merger control, and affirmative recovery opportunities, consistently delivering outstanding results for her clients. She regularly serves as lead counsel in cases that set important precedents in California and beyond, making her a go-to litigator for corporations facing critical challenges in both state and federal courts.

Solh is Chair of Crowell’s Executive Committee, and member of the firm’s Management Board. She is active in many professional organizations, including serving on the board of the Association of Business Trial Lawyers - Orange County Chapter and the Public Law Center. Solh also contributes to the legal community through mentoring, bar association leadership, and her efforts to promote diversity in the profession.

Forster, a partner in Crowell & Moring’s Litigation Group, is recognized as a results-driven litigator who excels in managing complex commercial disputes and regulatory matters across global jurisdictions. Her multifaceted background positions her at the forefront of dispute resolution for technology, digital assets, ecommerce, and AI-driven companies facing sophisticated legal challenges in today’s evolving landscape. Forster is highly regarded for her strategic leadership on cases that have shaped commercial litigation in California, earning the trust of Fortune 500 companies and emerging businesses alike.

Outside the courtroom, Forster is actively engaged in professional development initiatives and regularly shares her expertise through publications and as a speaker at major industry webinars and seminars on recent trends in commercial litigation.

View the full “2026 Leading Commercial Litigators” list here.

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