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Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Product Liability & Mass Torts: The Elite

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Greenberg Traurig, LLP

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GT's Products Liability & Mass Torts Practice brings a sophisticated and coordinated approach to trying complex cases in diverse industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, chemicals, telecommunications, energy, toxic mold, and tobacco. We have been trailblazers on the cutting edge of some of the most high-profile cases in the country and possess deep knowledge and experience in both regulated and non-regulated industries. Not only do our attorneys provide powerful defense in litigation, but we also proactively partner with our clients to develop liability prevention programs to identify and correct potentially devastating practices that may lead to litigation.

We frequently try cases to verdict - and have the in-house legal and technological capabilities to efficiently handle dockets of cases numbering in the thousands, often collaborating with other defense counsel to coordinate strategy and pool case resources in large litigations. Our team, which includes in-house medical, nursing, and technology consultants, designs custom and tactical litigation plans based on our clients’ unique needs and best interests. Our depth of resources and stability of both highly experienced senior lawyers and “next generation” leaders, enables us to work efficiently to resolve or defend all matters, from single claims to high-stakes “bet the company” cases. 

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Product Liability & Mass Torts: The Elite - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Greenberg Traurig has an active trial team that is noted for its expert approach to long-term nationwide litigation strategy. The firm fields impressive strength in high-profile drug and device cases, as well as areas such as talc litigation and other toxic torts. The team also displays extensive experience in the defense of product recall claims. The firm possesses strong consumer class action coverage, which is bolstered by a dedicated group of litigators in the area.

Work Highlights

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  • Greenberg Traurig continued to represent Albertsons in multidistrict litigation proceedings in connection with the National Prescription Opiate Litigation.

Strengths

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  • Greenberg Traurig stands out for its depth of knowledge as well as the skillset of its attorneys.

    Product Liability & Mass Torts: The Elite respondentUSA
  • The team at Greenberg Traurig is distinguished by the quality of its strategic thinking.

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  • The attorneys at Greenberg Traurig are extremely responsive.

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  • The Greenberg Traurig product liability team consists of exemplary trial lawyers.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Lori G Cohen
    Band 1Lori G Cohen

    Lori G Cohen

    Lori Cohen is a market-leading trial lawyer with a formidable reputation in defending pharmaceutical and medical device mass torts, as well as toxic tort and consumer product litigation.
    • Lori has probably tried more cases than most departments combined. She has an outstanding trial record, especially within the pharmaceutical and medical device spaces. She is at the top of everyone's list.

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    • Lori Cohen is an excellent trial strategist.

      Product Liability & Mass Torts: The Elite respondentUSA
    • Lori is an outstanding attorney. She is best in class.

      Product Liability & Mass Torts: The Elite respondentUSA
    • Lori Cohen is very highly regarded. She's a powerhouse.

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    • Lori Cohen has a deep understanding of the law and achieves outstanding outcomes.

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  • Band 1Sara Thompson
    Band 1Sara Thompson

    Sara Thompson

    Sara Thompson is highlighted for expert representation of clients in product liability and class actions. She has noteworthy experience defending clients in pharmaceutical and medical device cases.

    • Sara is a consistent and relied-upon expert in the product liability space.

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    • Sara Thompson has a deep understanding of the law and thoughtfully develops trial strategies to achieve outstanding outcomes.

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  • Band 4Francis A Citera
    Band 4Francis A Citera

    Francis A Citera

    Francis Citera is a seasoned practitioner in the consumer class action space. He is experienced in both state and federal courts, and is also well versed in product safety and risk management issues. He co-chairs the product liability and mass torts practice.

    • Francis Citera's advice is absolutely spot-on.

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    • Francis Citera really understands the nuance of the law.

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  • Band 4Robert J Herrington
    Band 4Robert J Herrington

    Robert J Herrington

    Robert Herrington in noted for his expertise acting for consumer products companies in complex litigation, including those alleging defects and misleading claims. He co-chairs the firm's class action litigation group and is a go-to choice for clients in the tech, retail and automotive sectors.

    • Robert Herrington is amazing. He has great client skills, takes care of us and breaks down complex concepts.

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    • Rob is a great attorney to have on your side. He is attentive and service-oriented.

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  • Band 6Glenn Kerner
    Band 6Glenn Kerner

    Glenn Kerner

    Glenn Kerner acts both as strategist and in trial during international product liability litigation, including in the pharmaceutical sector.
    • Glenn Kerner understands the broader priorities and how best to meet the client's goals.

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    • Glenn has a very detailed knowledge of products and how a company operates.

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    • Glenn Kerner is a powerful litigator.

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