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Litigation: General Commercial - Maryland

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What the Team is Known For

Hogan Lovells 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

  • Hogan Lovells US represent Bristol-Myers Squibb in over 3,000 lawsuits, multidistrict litigation and alleged claims that its drug Abilify caused patients to develop impulse control disorders.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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

Steve is confident and methodical in his approach. He is very good at communicating and managing client relationships, as he speaks the language of his clients. He also has a good demeanor.

Steve is a great, highly experienced litigator who is pragmatic and offers practical advice.

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David I. Sharfstein
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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 team leader in complex criminal investigations. He is thorough, knowledgeable and provides great support to all of his team members.

David is an exceptionally talented lawyer with excellent client service skills. He can help clients through very challenging matters.

David specializes in different legal skills that are very helpful for our business. I appreciate his creative, strategic mind and his understanding of the big picture.

David is a smart, experienced attorney.

David is meticulous. He doesn't leave any stone unturned, no matter how small, and this gives us a lot of comfort.

Lauren S Colton
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Lauren S Colton
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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 been a great support to us and extremely valuable as part of our team.

Lauren provides exceptional client service and clear understanding of the complex scientific and legal issues.

Scott R Haiber
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Scott R Haiber
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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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Litigation: General Commercial

Steven F Barley
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Steven F Barley
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Lauren S Colton
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Lauren S Colton
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Scott R Haiber
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Scott R Haiber
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Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations

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David I. Sharfstein
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