2022 speakers

Vincent Montalto
PARTNER, DLA PIPER
Vincent Montalto is a proven litigator, smart advocate, creative business partner and trusted legal advisor to businesses of all sizes and is involved in every phase of the commercial life cycle. Valued for practical legal solutions that parallel business objectives, Vinny resolves myriad, complex litigation claims involving millions or even billions of dollars at stake. He is appreciated for solving difficult legal and business problems and litigation claims at the state and federal levels, reconciling even the most disparate positions while minimizing roadblocks to progress in order to realize the full potential for ROI.
In his second decade of practice, Vinny provides the right combination of first-hand business leadership and effectual, acute advocacy on attack or defense. He is known for outstanding negotiation acumen when a dispute can and should be resolved through discrete diplomacy. Vince’s ability to serve as a catalyst for change and resolution is manifest in his innovative approach to risk management and long- and short-term business and litigation planning.
Prior to joining the firm, Vinny worked as in-house counsel for a Fortune 100 company and served as an attorney at two AmLaw 200 law firms. Vinny also served as a law clerk to the Honorable Rudy B. Coleman, JAD of the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division.