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Life Sciences - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For

Kirkland & Ellis is a well-regarded practice recognized for the strength of its representations in high-value M&A. The firm is recommended for its ability to handle high-stakes litigation including trade secret misappropriation, patent infringement and alleged misleading marketing claims cases. The team is also distinguished for assisting with regulatory compliance and proceedings issued by government agencies.

Work Highlights

  • Kirkland represented Eli Lilly and Company in nationwide lawsuits and related putative class actions, challenging pricing practices by insulin manufacturers.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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James Hurst
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James Hurst
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James Hurst has extensive experience in litigating life sciences disputes, even up to the US Supreme Court, and includes matters relating to trade secrets and patents, antitrust and product liability, contracts and criminal cases.

James' skill level is off the charts and his reputation is very well deserved.

An exceptional lawyer.

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Life Sciences: IP/Patent Litigation

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