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Foley & Lardner LLP

Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory

USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia


Foley & Lardner LLP

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Our DC health care team is extraordinarily strong in its representation of institutional health care providers, including hospitals, health care systems, medical device manufacturers, pharmacies, and physician-owned hospital developers and private equity groups. We are known for our strength in FCA matters, the Anti-Kickback Statute, the physician self-referral prohibition (the Stark law), the Administrative Procedure Act, and various state law Consumer Protection Act statutes, and from whistle-blower or company concerns about compliance or potential wrongdoing. Few firms practicing in DC have a bench as deep as Foley to handle large health care FCA investigations and transactional matters. We pride ourselves on our trusted counsel role which continuously translates into long-term client relationships for the firm.

Foley is the preeminent law firm for the health care industry. We offer the full scope of legal services and provide turnkey solutions that bring to the table deep knowledge and experience in all facets of transactions, regulatory and compliance, data intelligence, IP, privacy and cybersecurity, and licensing and collaborating agreements. With deep regulatory experience coupled with a national transaction backbone, we deliver a one-stop solution for companies and investors.

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Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory - District of Columbia


What the Team is Known For

Foley & Lardner LLP has a strong healthcare practice with significant expertise in regulatory advice and litigation. The firm frequently advises clients such as healthcare centers, providers and healthcare technology companies on regulatory and compliance matters, as well as False Claims Act and antitrust litigation. It is also noted for its broader transactional capabilities, including equity financing and investments advice.

Work Highlights

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  • Foley & Lardner represented Advanced Medical Management and Seoul Medical Group in a False Claim Act investigation regarding a Medicare Advantage plan, with questions about how the group billed certain office visits.

Strengths

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  • Foley have taken the time to truly learn our business. Their understanding of the nuances of our business and operations means they are better informed to provide accurate and efficient advice.

    Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA
  • Foley certainly have deep expertise in the relevant subject matters, but what sets them apart in my view is that they have developed a deep understanding of our business and our people.

    Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA
  • The team that I work with has exceptional experience in the problems I come across, matched with extremely high soft skills and authenticity.

    Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA
  • Their guidance is practical, deeply informed and balanced. They understand both the technical and strategic dimensions of high-growth M&A. Their work is distinguished by exceptional responsiveness.

    Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Lori Garber
    Band 4Lori Garber

    Lori Garber

    Lori Garber routinely represents clients facing government investigations and enforcement actions. She is also noted for her ability to handle issues related to fraud and abuse claims and the False Claims Act.

    • Lori is incredibly responsive, incredibly knowledgeable and knows how to think about things. She responds any time, and is quick and efficient.

      Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA
    • Lori is compassionate, friendly and generous in spirit.

      Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA
    • I think she is really smart but really down to earth. It is such a pleasure to work with her.

      Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA
  • Band 5Nathan Beaver
    Band 5Nathan Beaver

    Nathan Beaver

    Nathan Beaver handles FDA matters for manufacturers, distributors and retailers in the healthcare space, from approvals and compliance to regulatory solutions.

    • Nate is absolutely excellent and provides practical advice in a way that makes sense to business leaders. He is incredibly responsive and personable.

      Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA
    • Nate has been great to work with and we are delighted with his abilities and communication.

      Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA
    • I always feel secure in Nate's capable hands. He is a fantastic counselor and manages relationships unbelievably well.

      Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA
    • Nate is extremely knowledgeable and jumps in with both feet whenever I need. We do really fast-paced work and Nate is a really great partner on navigating that with DEA.

      Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA
    • Nate's depth of knowledge in our field is extraordinary.

      Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA

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