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Reed Smith LLP

Healthcare

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Reed Smith LLP

Rankings

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Healthcare - Texas

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Reed Smith advises healthcare and life sciences clients on regulatory matters, transactions and litigation. The team is particularly adept at investigations and litigation arising from False Claims Act concerns, and is further noted for its extensive reimbursement capabilities. The team also regularly acts for both national and international clients.
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Strengths

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  • The team demonstrate strong depth and breadth across a wide range of legal areas. They consistently provide thoughtful, well-reasoned guidance on complex issues.

    Healthcare respondentUSA

  • My experience with the Texas team has been that they are very business-savvy and polished. The lawyers really come up with thoughtful solutions for our business segment.

    Healthcare respondentUSA

  • The Reed Smith team are very creative and try to understand the business in a way in which the solution actually works in reality, not just on paper.

    Healthcare respondentUSA

  • Aside from their legal expertise, they demonstrate technical and strategic acumen and this is undergirded with their knowledge of the business sector and the commercial challenges.

    Healthcare respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Jeff Layne
    Jeff Layne

    Jeff Layne

    Jeff Layne is highly skilled in handling complex criminal and civil disputes, as well as both internal and external investigations. He has particular experience in matters involving the False Claims Act.

    • Jeff is easy to work with and a good communicator. He has always been someone I know I can bring in when I am backed into a corner, and come up with a solution that works for the business.

      Healthcare respondentUSA

    • Jeff is exceptional at translating what we do into a simple, explainable defense.

      Healthcare respondentUSA

    • Jeff is a really excellent healthcare lawyer. He provides very pragmatic advice and is very conscious of broader budget and commercial issues.

      Healthcare respondentUSA
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  • Sarah Cummings Stewart
    Sarah Cummings Stewart

    Sarah Cummings Stewart

    Sarah Cummings Stewart offers broad regulatory expertise, advising clients such as pharmaceutical companies, hospitals and health systems on a range of compliance concerns. She is also noted for her litigation capabilities.

    • Sarah is a great thought partner who is able to really digest complex legal issues and understand the business implications.

      Healthcare respondentUSA

    • Sarah has got tremendous experience on False Claims Act investigations. She understands the regulatory overlay too, which is very helpful.

      Healthcare respondentUSA

    • Sarah is amazing. I appreciate her communication style; she is very responsive, easy to work with, and creative.

      Healthcare respondentUSA
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  • Ryan Pate
    Ryan Pate

    Ryan Pate

    Ryan Pate is a highly regarded associate who frequently acts on fraud and abuse matters.
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