Kostas is equally comfortable representing plaintiffs and defendants and is known for his zealous and creative advocacy. His diverse experience spans the entire process of litigation and arbitration, from the investigation and pleading stages through discovery and trial. Kostas has been recognized as a leading lawyer by Super Lawyers and by Chambers USA, which has noted that he is a “great negotiator,” “very persuasive,” and “very good at looking at the big picture.” In addition to his deep experience in civil litigation, Kostas regularly represents clients in regulatory enforcement proceedings, and he has substantial experience conducting confidential internal investigations. He has also served as a federal court-appointed special master in a complex consumer fraud class action.
Kostas often represents banks, investment advisors, hedge funds, private equity firms, broker-dealers, and officers and directors in civil litigation and regulatory proceedings. He also represents real estate developers, landlords, and commercial tenants in breach of contract and business tort cases; hotel management companies in disputes concerning management and franchise agreements; special servicers in the Commercial Mortgage-Backed Security (CMBS) industry; auditors and accounting firms; and other corporate and individual clients in a number of different industries.
Kostas is a member of Venable’s Executive Board, and he also serves on the firm’s Partnership Selection Committee.