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Drawing on years of experience handling False Claims Act (FCA) cases, Faegre Drinker’s Chambers USA-ranked attorneys routinely advise and defend clients involved in high-stakes FCA and fraud matters. Our team regards each engagement as unique and thinks creatively, strategically, and holistically to minimize the scope of and liability associated with each matter. Our unique approach and our success in resolving matters is why a wide variety of clients — including colleges and universities, health care systems, importers, government contractors, and companies in the cybersecurity, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and medical device sectors — rely on Faegre Drinker’s FCA team to guide them.

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False Claims Act - USA - Nationwide

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Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Faegre Drinker is frequently engaged to handle complex False Claims matters for clients across the healthcare, pharmaceutical, and broader life sciences sectors. The group has substantial expertise in defending claims brought against health systems and medical device manufacturers, and also demonstrates strong capability in representing government contractors.

Work Highlights

  • Faegre Drinker defended Regeneron in a False Claims Act dispute turning on whether an amendment to the Anti-Kickback statute which said Medicare claims 'resulting from' kickbacks are false under the FCA.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Carolyn McNiven
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Carolyn McNiven
4
Band 4

Carolyn McNiven is recognized for her significant experience representing a wide range of healthcare clients in FCA matters.

She is a tireless advocate, incredibly responsive, creative in her solutions, gives practical advice, and has deep knowledge and expertise in FCA actions.

Richard L Scheff
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Richard L Scheff
4
Band 4

Richard Scheff is highly regarded for his work in the FCA space, where he regularly advocates on behalf of companies in the life sciences and healthcare sectors.

He is good with clients, really understands the facts and the law, and is very good at what he does.

He is tough, smart, and a terrific litigator. I cannot say enough about how incredible he is and how much he has helped us. He can stop an issue or a regulator in their tracks.

He knows his way around courtroom and is very good.

He is very experienced and a very good resource to have.

Ranked Lawyers at
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP

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False Claims Act

Carolyn McNiven
4
Carolyn McNiven
4
Band 4
Richard L Scheff
4
Richard L Scheff
4
Band 4
Jessica Natali
5
Jessica Natali
5
Band 5

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