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Litigation: Product Liability - Georgia

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What the Team is Known For

Jones Day handles an array of complex disputes on a regional and national scale, including product liability cases, securities litigation and First Amendment claims. It assists a broad international and national client base with high-stakes white-collar matters. The group is highlighted for its experience at both trial and appellate levels, fielding a strong group of expert advocates.

Work Highlights

  • Jones Day continued to represent RJ Reynolds in smoking and health litigation.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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David Nahmias
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As a former Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court, David Nahmias offers clients a considerable depth and breadth of expertise in appellate litigation.

David is one of the most brilliant people I've met in my life. He has impeccable judgment. There are not really many lawyers who want to tell the client bad news, but he does.

David is brilliant. He's a highly accomplished lawyer who knows a good bit about the law, substance and procedure.

David is the smartest lawyer I've worked with. If I'm in trouble I know who I'm going to call.

Michael J McConnell
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Michael J McConnell
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Michael McConnell maintains a broad litigation practice, including securities class actions. He also leads Jones Day's litigation team in Atlanta.

Mike has an excellent reputation in the securities defense Bar and is seen as a diligent advocate for his clients.

Mike is a lawyer you would like to work with. He is good at his job, very professional and easy to deal with.

Stephanie E Parker
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Stephanie E Parker
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Stephanie Parker has an excellent standing in the Georgia market and co-chairs Jones Day's business and tort litigation practice. She handles complex product liability claims and has particular expertise in the tobacco and pharmaceutical sectors.

Stephanie may have more trial experience than anyone at a large firm in Georgia. She is an extraordinarily talented litigator. She can be tough, and you should never underestimate her, but she has a way of charming a jury.

Emily Baker
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Emily Baker
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Emily Baker is a highly regarded litigator with a strong pedigree in product liability and mass torts cases. She is particularly noted for her expertise acting for the tobacco industry.

Emily is one of the best trial attorneys I have ever worked with. Her presence in a courtroom is a thing to behold. She is also a great co-counsel who builds strong relationships with other attorneys, creating an environment of trust.

John Walker
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John Walker
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John Walker wins praise for his excellent trial capabilities across a broad range of product liability matters. He has particular experience in litigation involving the tobacco industry.

John is one of the best trial attorneys I have worked with in my entire career. He is smart, creative and has a great demeanor in the courtroom.

John was a fantastic trial lawyer in front of a jury. He had a complete command of the facts and all the issues in the case and such a presence with the jury, showing complete credibility without arrogance. I was highly impressed with his skills as a trial lawyer.

John is the best trial lawyer I've ever worked with. He's phenomenal – one of a kind and a very impressive individual. He has a great courtroom demeanor and interacts well with jurors. Juries love him.

Walter Davis
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Walter Davis
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Walter Davis is recognized for his expertise advising clients on a wide array of shareholder suits and corporate governance issues. Clients also benefit from his experience as a former judge on the Georgia Business Court.

I was impressed by his mastery of the subject matter and overall strategic approach to the case.

Walter is a high-profile, really excellent lawyer.

Walt is practical. He's an effective communicator and easy to work with.

Ashley Heintz
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Ashley Heintz
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Ashley Heintz has significant experience of representing companies within the utilities sector. She routinely assists on large class actions.

Ashley is a dynamic and engaging speaker. She is well-liked and well-regarded in the space.

Ashley exhibits the highest level of professionalism and client service and has distinguished herself within the securities litigation Bar as a smart and strategic lawyer who is also a joy to work with.

Ashley is well engrained in the community and is a great securities litigator.

Robert Watts
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Robert Watts
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Up and Coming

Robert Watts is a securities litigator who is recognized for his experience handling disputes arising from mergers and acquisitions, among other issues.

Bob is personally engaging and has good expertise in this area.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Georgia

Litigation: Appellate

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David Nahmias
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Band 1
Litigation: Product Liability

Stephanie E Parker
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Stephanie E Parker
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Band 1
Emily Baker
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Emily Baker
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Band 2
John Walker
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John Walker
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Band 2
Litigation: Securities

Michael J McConnell
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Michael J McConnell
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Band 1
Walter Davis
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Walter Davis
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Band 2
Ashley Heintz
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Ashley Heintz
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Robert Watts
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Robert Watts
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Up and Coming