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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

Litigation: General Commercial

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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

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Litigation: General Commercial - Maryland

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is highly regarded for its expert handling of high profile disputes for major healthcare, life sciences and software entities. The firm is also notable for its strong practice in the securities sector. The group is recognized as a go-to practice for bet-the-company litigation, including product liability class actions, shareholder derivative suits and major contractual claims.

Work Highlights

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  • Hogan Lovells CadwaladerS represent Novartis in a dispute filed by the estate of Henrietta Lacks whose cells were taken without her consent in the 1950s and have since become foundational to modern medical research.

Strengths

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  • The law firm has a deep bench of specific expertise and capabilities that the litigators have and can rely upon.

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  • Hogan Lovells Cadwalader made itself available, was responsive and grasped the concerns quickly and efficiently.

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  • Hogan Lovells Cadwalader is an elite international firm. Its white-collar/government investigations lawyers have deep experience, expertise and sound judgment.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Lauren S Colton
    Band 1Lauren S Colton

    Lauren S Colton

    Lauren Colton is managing partner of the firm's Baltimore office and head of the products law practice. Her practice focuses particularly on defending clients in the life sciences sector against major product liability class actions.
    • Lauren has vast industry knowledge and delivers great customer service.

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    • Lauren Colton is a strong strategic player in product liability work.

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    • Lauren is incredible adept at being able to translate complex technical information from her experts to assist her clients.

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    • Lauren is an excellent product liability lawyer and litigation adviser.

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    • Lauren excels at seeing the larger picture and maximizing efficiencies while still consistently delivering outstanding litigation outcomes.

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  • Band 1Steven F Barley
    Band 1Steven F Barley

    Steven F Barley

    Steven Barley frequently handles complex, high value litigation including large breach of contract and antitrust disputes. He is global co-chair of the firm's life sciences litigation group.

  • Band 2David I. Sharfstein
    Band 2David I. Sharfstein

    David I. Sharfstein

    David Sharfstein of Hogan Lovells US has extensive experience representing companies and individuals in various criminal, regulatory and internal investigations. His experience includes cases involving allegations of financial fraud, corruption and environmental and tax crimes.

    • David is an excellent lawyer who brings strong experience as a prosecutor and excellent judgment on behalf of his clients.

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    • Dave has got excellent judgment. He has done an outstanding job and has the ability to distill complex information and facts to make it understandable.

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    • David is a tireless advocate with deep trial and government investigation experience. He has excellent judgment, the legal skills and the drive to follow through on any strategy.

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  • Band 3Scott R Haiber
    Band 3Scott R Haiber

    Scott R Haiber

    Scott Haiber handles commercial and corporate litigation for a high-end client base, including major corporates and REITs, and is also skilled at handling disputes in the life sciences sector.

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