Food & Beverages: Regulatory & Litigation
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 4
About
Provided by Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Our Food and Beverage Industry Team is dedicated to every facet of this dynamic industry. From determined start-ups to established giants, our clients include manufacturers, retailers, restaurants, private equity funds, investors, producers, distributors, and wholesalers.
Understanding that the essence of the food and beverage industry is not just about sustaining life but enriching it, we offer our clients more than legal advice. Our interdisciplinary team provides a strategic partnership designed to help clients break into new markets, forge innovative business models, and seize global opportunities, all while safeguarding the spirit of the brand and products. We stand at the forefront of the industry, delivering comprehensive counsel across a spectrum of critical areas including:
- Class action defense and regulatory compliance
- Corporate Finance/mergers and acquisitions
- Intellectual property protection and brand fortification
- Labor and employment litigation and counseling
- Prop 65
- Privacy and Data Security
- Creditors’ Rights and Bankruptcy
- Real Estate Development and Leasing
- Supply Chain Management and Vendor Agreements
- FDA and Regulatory Matters
- Business Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Our team's unparalleled experience includes roles as in-house counsel for prestigious food companies. This insider perspective enriches our understanding and enhances our ability to anticipate the needs of our clients.
Chambers Review
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton boasts a robust food and beverage practice primarily focused around its California offices. The team offers clients a range of expertise in handling class actions, proposition 65 litigation and commercial litigation for clients in the food and beverage sectors. It is also well equipped to advise on regulatory matters in relation to food and dietary supplements.
Work Highlights
- Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton defended Walmart against allegations of trade secret misappropriation related to a system for food tracking and freshness.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The depth of the team's knowledge is fantastic."
"The practitioners are very client focused, as well as strategic in their approach."
"Sheppard, Mullin's team is highly responsive and great to work with."
"The depth of the team's knowledge is fantastic."
"The practitioners are very client focused, as well as strategic in their approach."
"Sheppard, Mullin's team is highly responsive and great to work with."
Notable Practitioners
Christopher Van Gundy has a significant practice in the space which covers a range of issues, including handling false advertising claims and labeling matters.
"Christopher has an incredible awareness of the food industry."
"He's excellent to work with."
Ranked Lawyers at
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
USA - Nationwide
Members
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Abby Meyer
Head of Department
Khirin Bunker
Kristi Thomas
Lindsay Ferguson
Head of Department
Sascha Henry
Clients
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Calavo Growers, Inc.
City Harvest
Clif Bar & Company
DAOU Vineyards
FAT Brands, Inc.
Fiji Water
Gluten Free Bites
Golden State Foods Corporation
HOWS Markets, LLC
In-N-Out Burger Corporation
Inspire Brands
Kevin's Natural Foods
Mondelez International, Inc.
Nestle Purina PetCare
Nestle USA, Inc.
Papa John's
Ricola
See's Candies
Soylent Nutrition, Inc.
Subway
US Pharma Lab
Vital Farms, Inc.
Walmart
Industries
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alcohol and spirits
food and beverage
grocery retail