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Food & Beverages: Regulatory & Litigation
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Williams & Connolly represented Gerber Products Company in connection with dozens of claims in state and federal courts against all US baby food manufacturers, alleging that trace heavy metals present in baby foods caused autism and/or ADHD in minor plaintiffs.
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They have very strong litigation teams from junior associates to partners.
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Band 4 
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Stephen D. Raber
Stephen Raber is a highly respected trial attorney with recognised prowess in class action litigation for nationwide food and beverage clients.
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