LAWYER PROFILE
Laura McLane

Laura McLane

USA 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

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Practice Areas

Laura McLane co-leads McDermott’s white-collar and government investigations practice as well as the Firm’s False Claims Act (FCA) practice, and is a nationally renowned FCA litigator. For over 25 years, Laura has defended companies touching all aspects of the healthcare and life sciences industries in government investigations, qui tam litigation under the FCA, and related matters. Clients call Laura “an exquisite lawyer, very smart and incisive,” and a “fierce advocate for her clients” (Chambers USA).

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Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Massachusetts

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Laura McLane heads the firm's Boston litigation group and regularly represents both individuals and companies facing high stakes criminal proceedings and investigations.

False Claims Act - USA - Nationwide

Band 5
Band 5

Individual Editorial

Laura McLane is noted for her ability to litigate complex FCA matters, as well as handling investigations. She often represents clients in the healthcare, life sciences and technology industries.

Strengths

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  • Laura is exceptionally bright, understands nuance and is creative.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Laura is a very thorough attorney.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Laura is simply a brilliant attorney with a tremendous ability to navigate difficult circumstances.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA
  • Laura is clearly a leader in the FCA space.

    False Claims ActChambers Guide to the USA
  • She's done a truly exceptional job.

    False Claims ActChambers Guide to the USA

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