Department profile
Hyman Phelps & McNamara

Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory

USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia


Hyman Phelps & McNamara

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Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory - District of Columbia

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Hyman Phelps & McNamara is a specialized firm offering FDA-related advice to a wide range of clients including individuals, startups and multinational pharmaceutical companies. Regularly advises on drug enforcement matters and tobacco regulation. Additional expertise in relation to the regulation of new medical devices and in vitro diagnostic services. Increasingly active in cannabis sector concerns.

Work Highlights

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  • Hyman Phelps & McNamara advised Revance on FDA regulatory diligence, relating to its merger with Crown Laboratories.

Strengths

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  • We go to Hyman Phelps for depth of knowledge. We are in a relatively niche area and they have a very deep bench in that area.

    Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA
  • Hyman Phelps & McNamara is highly client-focused, easy to work with and responsive.

    Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleJeffrey N Gibbs
    Senior StatespeopleJeffrey N Gibbs

    Jeffrey N Gibbs

    Jeffrey Gibbs is an expert on regulatory issues impacting pharmaceuticals and medical device manufacturers.
  • Band 2Kurt Karst
    Band 2Kurt Karst

    Kurt Karst

    Kurt Karst is routinely called upon by manufacturers to provide guidance on a broad array of issues, including drug development, marketing issues and pediatric testing.
  • Band 5Anne Walsh
    Band 5Anne Walsh

    Anne Walsh

    Anne Walsh is a leading FDA enforcement and compliance strategist, guiding life sciences companies through investigations, regulatory challenges, and due diligence for complex transactions.

    • I am very pleased with Anne's service, her advice and her delivery.

      Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Hyman Phelps & McNamara (3)

District of Columbia

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    Jeffrey N Gibbs

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    Kurt Karst

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    Anne Walsh

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