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Three of Esbrook’s attorneys have been named to the 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. This distinction is reserved for the top 5% of attorneys in Illinois selected to Super Lawyers and 2.5% for Rising Stars. These honors reflect the dedication, skill, and professionalism that define the team. Congratulations to David F. Pustilnik, Partner and Super Lawyer 2026; Dana N. Raymond, Senior Counsel and Rising Star 2026; and América A. Guzmán, Associate and Rising Star 2026.
Esbrook P.C. asks a California federal judge to dismiss a proposed class action alleging its online platform malfunctioned during the February 2025 state bar exam. The company, represented by Christopher Esbrook, Stephen Brown and Laura Newcomer Cohen of Esbrook P.C., argues it made no direct sales or promises to test-takers and that the cited consumer protection laws do not apply.
Christopher Esbrook and David Pustilnik of Esbrook P.C. represented LED Wafer Solutions in a motion to compel arbitration before U.S. District Judge Steven Seeger who advised that arbitration was likely the proper venue for the dispute with LED Wafter Solutions.
In a Wall Street Journal article on the impact of trade policy on M&A deal pricing, Christopher Esbrook, founding partner of Esbrook P.C., discusses how buyers and sellers can reduce risk. “Buyers and sellers should be making decisions about how changes in trade policy should, or should not, affect the economics of a deal,” he says. “The parties should be purposeful in drafting and aim to establish clear rules for what will happen if there are changes in trade policy.”
A federal judge ruled Monday, June 16, 2025, that Adrian Santiago, a former volunteer baseball coach at Northwestern University, may proceed with his wage claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Illinois Minimum Wage Law (IMWL). Santiago, who is represented by Esbrook Law, PC, alleges that he took on the duties of three full-time coaching roles while working in a toxic and abusive environment, and was paid $10,000 for his work, raising questions about whether he was, in fact, an employee. “The economic reality is that Northwestern was paying Santiago for essential work that they needed staff to perform,” the court said. David Pustilnik, partner at Esbrook Law, told Law.com that his team is pleased they can continue to pursue the FLSA and IMWL claims and “are confident in the strength of our case and look forward to pursuing justice through the legal process.”
On Monday, June 16, 2025, U.S. District Judge Mary M. Rowland partially denied Northwestern University’s request to dismiss Adrian Santiago’s lawsuit alleging violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act and Illinois wage and hour laws. The federal judge ruled that the former Northwestern University baseball coach could be considered an employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act, despite his initial role as a volunteer. Santiago, represented by Esbrook Law, PC, claims he performed the work of three full-time employees when three employees left the university and worked over 100 hours a week, receiving only $10,000 in compensation. While the court dismissed some of his claims, the main wage suit will proceed.
On March 25, 2025, Delaware’s Governor signed into law Senate Bill 21, which enacts long-debated amendments to two major provisions of the Delaware General Corporation Law (“DGCL”): Sections 144 and 220. Backed by bipartisan support and major corporate stakeholders, these amendments reinforce Delaware’s reputation as the nation’s premier forum for business-friendly corporate governance.
Christopher Esbrook spent more than a decade at Kirkland & Ellis. But he had a dream to launch his own firm and thought there was a viable path to follow. After seven years and substantial growth, Esbrook P.C. is meeting its founder’s goals while being a complementary piece to Big Law firms like his former employer.
Christopher Esbrook is quoted in Delaware Business Times article regarding the proposed Delaware bill (SB 21).
Esbrook P.C. secured a complete defense verdict for EZ Blockchain (“EZB”) in a $15 million dispute involving claims of fraud and breach of contract in the cryptocurrency industry.