Panagiotis "Pete" V. Albanis is a seasoned attorney based in Fort Myers, Florida, with over 20 years of experience in complex litigation. As a partner at Morgan & Morgan, he has been a valued member of the firm's national Complex Litigation Group since 2009, specializing in Contract Disputes and Tax matters. Before joining Morgan & Morgan, Pete honed his skills at a prominent defense firm in Chicago, representing corporate clients in intellectual property, securities, and breach of contract disputes. Throughout his career, Pete has played a pivotal role in numerous national Multi-District Litigations (MDLs), including serving on the Plaintiffs' Steering Committee for the Chinese Drywall MDL and the Bellwether Committee for the Taxotere/Docetaxel MDL. He has been instrumental in advocating for property owners affected by construction defects, contributing to landmark settlements, such as the historic resolution with the Taishan Defendants. In addition to his litigation work, Pete is dedicated to protecting the intellectual property rights of individuals and small businesses, engaging in cases involving copyright, patent, trademark, and trade secret disputes. His notable cases include representing clients against major corporations, effectively navigating complex legal challenges. Pete earned his Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law in 2002, where he received the CALI Award and a Certification in General Intellectual Property Law. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Romance Languages from the University of Chicago, awarded in 1999. An AV-Preeminent® rated attorney on Martindale-Hubbell, Pete is a proud member of both the Illinois Bar and the Florida Bar, demonstrating his commitment to the highest standards of legal excellence.