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Healthcare - District of Columbia

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

McDermott Will & Schulte is a premier group with diverse subject matter expertise, handling complex transactional and regulatory matters for an enviable client list. The firm represents a range of clients, notably healthcare providers and private equity firms, across the full spectrum of healthcare work, including lobbying and policy matters. It regularly advises on civil litigation and high-stakes enforcement proceedings. The team's expertise extends to FDA regulatory compliance.

Work Highlights

  • McDermott Will & Schulte represented CVS Health in the sale of its Accountable Care Organization business to Wellvana.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Eric Zimmerman
2
Eric Zimmerman
2
Band 2

Eric Zimmerman represents prominent health systems and other providers in transactional and regulatory matters. He is also well-versed in the policy debate surrounding the Affordable Care Act.

Eric is good at listening to the questions being asked.

Joel Rush
4
Joel Rush
4
Band 4
Joel Rush is frequently called upon by private equity companies, as well as providers, to offer guidance on M&A and joint ventures.

Joel is highly experienced and his knowledge of our business is deep. I could not ask for a better partner in Joel.

Joel's business sense in advising us on complex regulatory matters is greatly appreciated. He is responsive and thoughtful.

James Ravitz
5
James Ravitz
5
Band 5

James Ravitz, co-head of Life Sciences and leader of McDermott’s FDA practice, advises on complex healthcare law, FDA compliance and enforcement across the full spectrum of regulated products.

Jamie is an exceptional attorney and trusted adviser. His responsiveness and deep understanding of the life sciences space make him truly invaluable.

Jamie's ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, anticipate potential risks and deliver clear, actionable advice has been invaluable.

Jennifer S Geetter
5
Jennifer S Geetter
5
Band 5
Jennifer Geetter provides insight to digital health clients on a broad range of issues including data strategies, innovative healthcare models, research compliance and global privacy and data security laws. She also has significant knowledge of the data-related elements on complex transactions.

The way Jennifer is able to take complex issues and break them down into simple, basic legal building blocks and help us create a business strategy from there is amazing.

Jeremy Earl
5
Jeremy Earl
5
Band 5

Jeremy specializes in complex healthcare transactions and regulatory counsel, guiding managed care organizations through compliance, reimbursement strategies, and Affordable Care Act driven legal challenges.

Jeremy has been a trusted and valued legal partner on a wide variety of projects. Jeremy is highly responsive and always provides practical, actionable advice on time.

Jeremy brings deep expertise in complex regulatory matters and consistently delivers thoughtful, business-aligned guidance. Jeremy is proactive, responsive and highly collaborative.

Jeremy is an incredibly talented and sophisticated healthcare regulatory lawyer, especially on managed care issues.

Jeremy's counsel reflects deep industry knowledge, strategic insight and unwavering responsiveness. He is trusted and highly valued for his ability to deliver practical, business‑oriented solutions.

Jiayan Chen
5
Jiayan Chen
5
Band 5

Jiayan Chen represents clients in the healthcare data and technology sphere. She advises on regulatory, compliance and transactional matters relating to AI, privacy and licensing.

Jiayan is hard-working, savvy and articulate. She takes complex problems and is able to download them well and return with a strong work product.

Kate McDonald
5
Kate McDonald
5
Band 5

Kate McDonald leads McDermott’s DC healthcare practice, advising on major transactions and regulatory issues, including Medicare, Medicaid, and Certificate of Need laws, guiding clients through complex compliance challenges.

Kate is an excellent and valued legal partner for my team. In an environment with more gray than clarity, I particularly appreciate Kate's thoughtful and practical approach to addressing complex issues.

Kate is phenomenal. She has a robust understanding of various legal areas across healthcare and is particularly deep on healthcare regulatory context. She is a critical thinker able to navigate different approaches to meet commercial needs.

Kate has provided invaluable guidance on a number of complex regulatory matters. Her understanding of the complex regulatory landscape relating to Medicare and state and federal FWA laws has been invaluable.

Kate is a true expert in her field. She quickly and efficiently reviews materials, provides guidance on complex structures and addresses any regulatory questions that arise.

Marshall Jackson
5
Marshall Jackson
5
Band 5

Marshall Jackson advises on healthcare transactions and regulatory issues. His clients include healthcare providers, technology companies and investors in the healthcare industry.

Marshall is amazing. He's good at spotting issues and his client service is strong.

Marshall is just excellent. I have great trust in him and his healthcare knowledge.

Marshall knows the healthcare IT market, competitors and investors, which helps him give great advice on the risks around each model.

Marshall is a powerful quarterback and he was able to put together an amazing team to manage a complex and challenging situation. He is an incredible person to work with.

Marshall is a great attorney who is knowledgeable in the healthcare regulatory field and is nice to work with.

Paul Radensky
5
Paul Radensky
5
Band 5
Paul Radensky has strong expertise in developing pricing strategies for new products and technologies. He also advises clients on FDA regulatory matters and privacy and research compliance.
Nicholas Alarif
U
Nicholas Alarif
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Up and Coming

Nicholas Alarif is noted for his experience assisting in regulatory and transactional matters for healthcare clients.

Nick is great. He is smart, knows the world of fraud and abuse and knows the regulatory issues.

Nick is an amazing regulatory attorney. He helps explain issues and mitigate risk.

Nick is the absolute best in his field. There is nobody I would rather use at any firm. He strives to understand our business and provides practical advice for complex and nuanced regulatory problems.

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Healthcare

Eric Zimmerman
2
Eric Zimmerman
2
Band 2
Joel Rush
4
Joel Rush
4
Band 4
Jennifer S Geetter
5
Jennifer S Geetter
5
Band 5
Jeremy Earl
5
Jeremy Earl
5
Band 5
Jiayan Chen
5
Jiayan Chen
5
Band 5
Kate McDonald
5
Kate McDonald
5
Band 5
Marshall Jackson
5
Marshall Jackson
5
Band 5
Nicholas Alarif
U
Nicholas Alarif
U
Up and Coming
Healthcare: Pharmaceutical/Medical Products Regulatory

James Ravitz
5
James Ravitz
5
Band 5
Paul Radensky
5
Paul Radensky
5
Band 5