Ranking tables
USA USA - Nationwide Product Liability & Mass Torts
Senior Statespeople
Eminent Practitioners
Star Individuals
Band 1
Band 2
- Anand Agneshwar Arnold & Porter
- Arthur Brown Arnold & Porter
- David E Dukes Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP
- James M Campbell Campbell Conroy & O'Neil, P.C.
- Loren H Brown DLA Piper LLP (US)
- Michael X Imbroscio Covington & Burling LLP
- Pamela Yates Arnold & Porter
- Phyllis A Jones Covington & Burling LLP
- Robert Adams Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
Band 3
- Andrew T Bayman King & Spalding LLP
- Bruce Parker Venable LLP
- Craig Thompson Venable LLP
- Debra E Pole Sidley Austin LLP
- Heidi Levine Sidley Austin LLP
- Jessica Davidson Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
- Joe W Tomaselli Jr Goldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum LLP
- John Hooper King & Spalding LLP
- Kaspar J. Stoffelmayr Bartlit Beck LLP
- Kristen R Fournier King & Spalding LLP
- Quentin F. Urquhart Jr Irwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels LLC
- Sean P Fahey Troutman Pepper
- Shayna Cook Goldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum LLP
- Stephanie E Parker Jones Day
- Susan M Sharko Faegre Drinker
- Theodore J Boutrous Jr Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
- Tripp Haston Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP
- William Gage Butler Snow LLP
- William Hoffman Arnold & Porter
Band 4
- Adam Hoeflich Bartlit Beck LLP
- Allison Brown Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
- Daniel Ring Mayer Brown LLP
- Francis A Citera Greenberg Traurig, LLP
- Hildy Sastre Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
- James F. Murdica Barnes & Thornburg LLP
- Joel H Smith Bowman and Brooke LLP
- John D Winter Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP
- Kenneth J Parsigian Latham & Watkins LLP
- Kenneth J Reilly Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
- Kim Moore Irwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels LLC
- Matthew Holian DLA Piper LLP (US)
- Melissa A. Geist Reed Smith LLP
- Michael O'Donnell Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP
- Michael Olsen Mayer Brown LLP
- Michael T. Williams Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP
- Morton D Dubin II King & Spalding LLP
- Orlando R. Richmond Butler Snow LLP
- Paul G Cereghini Bowman and Brooke LLP
- Peter A Bicks Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
- Richard Goetz O'Melveny & Myers LLP
- Sherry Knutson Tucker Ellis
- Stephen D. Raber Williams & Connolly LLP
- Steve Marshall Venable LLP
- William J Conroy Campbell Conroy & O'Neil, P.C.
- William P Geraghty Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
Band 5
- Andrea Pierson Faegre Drinker
- Barbara R Binis Reed Smith LLP
- Brian L. Stekloff Wilkinson Stekloff LLP
- Charles W Cohen Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
- Geoffrey Wyatt Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
- Glenn Kerner Greenberg Traurig, LLP
- James C Fitzpatrick Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
- James E Hooper Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP
- John Fitzpatrick Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP
- Joseph Cohen Porter Hedges LLP
- Julie Park Morrison Foerster
- Ken Baum Goldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum LLP
- Kim Bueno Butler Snow LLP
- Kimberly Branscome Dechert LLP
- Laura Kingsley Hong Tucker Ellis LLP
- Lauren S Colton Hogan Lovells US LLP
- Leslie M Smith Kirkland & Ellis
- Michael Brown Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP
- Michael Zogby Barnes & Thornburg LLP
- Paul E. Boehm Williams & Connolly LLP
- Peter W Herzog III Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP
- Rebecca Weinstein Bacon Bartlit Beck LLP
- Richard B North Jr Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP
- Richard E Sarver Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver, L.L.C.
- Robert J Herrington Greenberg Traurig, LLP
- Sabrina Strong O'Melveny & Myers LLP
- Stephen D Brody O'Melveny & Myers LLP
- Walter T. Johnson Watkins & Eager PLLC
- Nancy ErfleGordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP
Band 6
- Amy Fisher McCarter & English, LLP
- Andrew Kaplan Crowell & Moring LLP
- Andrew Tauber Winston & Strawn LLP
- Cara Edwards DLA Piper LLP (US)
- Christopher Campbell DLA Piper LLP (US)
- Daniel Pariser Arnold & Porter
- Douglas J. Moore Irwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels LLC
- F. Lane Heard, III Williams & Connolly LLP
- Jonathan B Skidmore Norton Rose Fulbright
- Kara McCall Sidley Austin LLP
- Kimberly B. Martin Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP
- Lindsey Boney Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP
- Lyn P Pruitt DLA Piper LLP (US)
- Michael C. Zellers Tucker Ellis
- Mollie Benedict Tucker Ellis
- Richard T. Bernardo Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
- Sarah Johnston Barnes & Thornburg LLP
- Sean P Wajert Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
- Terri Reiskin Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP
- Theodore E Tsekerides Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
- Thomas J Cullen, Jr Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP
- Thomas Yoo Holland & Knight LLP
- William J. Beausoleil Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
- Jan E DoddCarlton Fields
- Steven B. WeisburdCarlton Fields
Senior Statespeople
S Chilton Davis VarnerKing & Spalding LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Senior Statespeople |Chilton Davis Varner is a highly acclaimed trial lawyer with a remarkable track record in mass torts, class actions and MDLs. She is accomplished in both trial and appellate law across medical device, pharmaceutical and automobile cases.S Douglas R. MarvinWilliams & Connolly LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Senior Statespeople |Douglas Marvin is a longstanding practitioner with significant experience as national coordinating counsel in mass torts.S Nina M GussackTroutman Pepper | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Senior Statespeople |Nina Gussack attracts widespread recognition for her longstanding presence in pharmaceutical and medical device mass torts. She acts as trial counsel and national coordinator in both class actions and MDLs.S Philip BeckBartlit Beck LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Senior Statespeople |Philip Beck is a highly experienced trial lawyer who acts both for individuals and major corporations on a number of high-profile product liability cases.S Robert C HeimDechert LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Senior Statespeople |Robert Heim is a well-respected trial lawyer who has acted on a number of significant product liability cases in pharmaceuticals and medical devices.
Eminent Practitioners
E Madeleine McDonoughShook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Eminent Practitioners |Madeleine McDonough is currently serving as the firm's chair and draws on a strong background in the sciences, leveraging her expertise to advise clients across the space on product liability and personal injury cases.E Theodore VH MayerHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Eminent Practitioners |Theodore Mayer currently serves as chair of the firm and acts regularly for clients defending against medical and pharmaceutical MDLs. He is particularly active in disputes involving pharmaceuticals, vaccines and blood products.
Star Individuals
- Beth A WilkinsonWilkinson Stekloff LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Star Individuals |Beth Wilkinson is a highly acclaimed trial lawyer with unparalleled expertise acting as lead trial counsel in bet-the-company pharmaceutical MDLs.
- John H BeisnerSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Star Individuals |John Beisner is considered to be one of the country's premier product liability and consumer class action attorneys, with the ability to handle complex MDLs and appellate litigation. He has conducted a number of groundbreaking cases ranging from toxic torts and personal injury claims through to medical devices.
- Lori G CohenGreenberg Traurig, LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Star Individuals |Lori Cohen is a market-leading trial lawyer with a formidable reputation in defending pharmaceutical and medical device mass torts, as well as toxic tort and consumer product litigation.
- Sheila L BirnbaumDechert LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Star Individuals |Sheila Birnbaum is highly acclaimed for her track record of success acting as national counsel for major companies in mass torts and appellate cases. She is especially renowned for her strengths in high-profile pharmaceutical MDLs, as well as handling toxic torts.
- Tarek IsmailGoldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Star Individuals |Tarek Ismail is esteemed for his handling of high-profile pharmaceutical product liability cases. He is also highlighted for his work in medical device litigation and toxic torts alongside his strength in antitrust class actions.
Band 1
1 Diane P SullivanWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 1 |Diane Sullivan is an esteemed trial lawyer with experience acting as lead counsel on numerous market-leading mass torts. Alongside her experience in representing Fortune 500 companies on nationwide talc litigation, she is also active in environmental and natural resource cases.1 Heidi K. HubbardWilliams & Connolly LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 1 |Heidi Hubbard remains first-choice trial counsel for clients facing significant MDLs, and is widely considered to be a leading figure in mass torts within the pharmaceutical space.1 Joseph G. PetrosinelliWilliams & Connolly LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 1 |Joseph Petrosinelli is well versed in disputes across federal and state courts, frequently defending against major MDLs for clients, particularly in pharmaceutical cases and toxic torts.1 Mark S CheffoDechert LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 1 |Mark Cheffo is highly experienced as both national coordinator and trial counsel for numerous mass torts in the pharmaceutical and environmental spaces.1 Michael K BrownReed Smith LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 1 |Michael Brown is an esteemed trial lawyer, commended for his strength in mass torts in the pharmaceutical industry. His experience includes leading mesh cases for prominent multinational companies.1 Paul W SchmidtCovington & Burling LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 1 |Paul Schmidt is highly experienced both in trial and at appeal, with particular strength in pharmaceutical litigation and toxic torts.1 Robert C BrockKirkland & Ellis LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 1 |Robert Brock is a highly esteemed trial lawyer with notable experience across high-profile MDLs. He has achieved successful defense verdicts across the pharmaceutical, automobile and life science industries.
Band 2
2 Anand AgneshwarArnold & Porter | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 2 |"He truly becomes a part of the company when he's defending a case. Anand has a unique ability to build relationships and become a very credible and persuasive face of the company in front of a court."2 Arthur BrownArnold & Porter | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 2 |Arthur Brown is esteemed for acting as national counsel for major pharmaceutical companies in large-scale mass torts, including Bayer, Pfizer and AstraZeneca.2 David E DukesNelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 2 |David Dukes leads on several major MDLs in the pharmaceutical industry, as well as handling environmental cases. He is also accomplished in litigation within the technology sector.2 James M CampbellCampbell Conroy & O'Neil, P.C. | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 2 |James Campbell is best recognized for his expertise in automotive litigation, regularly handling matters in both federal and Massachusetts courts.2 Loren H BrownDLA Piper LLP (US) | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 2 |"His work ethic is above and beyond. He is able to dig in and make the brief and argument better. Loren's client counseling is also top-notch."2 Michael X ImbroscioCovington & Burling LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 2 |Michael Imbroscio is renowned for his strengths in strategy and briefing on mass torts, especially in the pharmaceutical sector.2 Pamela YatesArnold & Porter | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 2 |Pamela Yates is best recognized in the market for her skills at trial, frequently handing major pharmaceutical MDLs, including opioid litigation, as well as toxic tort matters.2 Phyllis A JonesCovington & Burling LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 2 |Phyllis Jones is an esteemed trial lawyer in pharmaceutical defense, with a caseload that includes opioid litigation.2 Robert AdamsShook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 2 |Robert Adams is an experienced trial lawyer who regularly acts as first chair across a range of product liability cases, with particular expertise in pharmaceutical MDLs.
Band 3
3 Andrew T BaymanKing & Spalding LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Andrew Bayman acts for a number of major pharmaceutical companies on their most significant product liability cases. He is especially active in federal courts, where he has acted on market-leading MDLs in the life sciences sector.3 Bruce ParkerVenable LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Bruce Parker frequently acts as national counsel on major pharmaceutical MDLs, with the ability to handle complex science and medical issues in these cases.3 Craig ThompsonVenable LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |"He is one of the most dynamic speakers you'll come across. When he speaks, the room is quiet and people hang on every word."3 Debra E PoleSidley Austin LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Debra Pole has a longstanding career as a trial lawyer in MDLs and mass torts across both state and federal courts. Her practice includes toxic torts and consumer fraud claims in the life sciences sector.3 Heidi LevineSidley Austin LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |"Heidi has a lot of poise and presence and I would trust her with any matter. She's super responsive, smart, quick on her feet and has a unique ability to get along with people."3 Jessica DavidsonSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Jessica Davidson (formerly Miller) is highly regarded for her work across product liability MDLs and consumer class actions, frequently representing major international corporations.3 Joe W Tomaselli JrGoldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Joe Tomaselli is best known for his ability to lead expert science groups in constructing defense cases for high-profile life science entities.3 John HooperKing & Spalding LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |"John provides candid and practical case evaluations and recommendations taking into account what the company's goals are. He really looks at the big picture and the long-term path of the case early on."3 Kaspar J. StoffelmayrBartlit Beck LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Kaspar Stoffelmayr is an esteemed practitioner in the market, recognized for his handling of mass torts across the pharmaceutical and toxic tort sectors.3 Kristen R FournierKing & Spalding LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Kristen Fournier regularly acts as national coordinating counsel for major corporate clients in toxic torts, typically those relating to asbestos and chemical exposure.3 Quentin F. Urquhart JrIrwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels LLC | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Quentin Urquhart offers significant experience in mass torts and personal injury claims, with expertise in cases involving pharmaceuticals, medical devices and toxic torts.3 Sean P FaheyTroutman Pepper | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Sean Fahey has experience handling MDLs across a wide range of areas, including pharmaceutical and medical device mass torts, class actions and concussion litigation.3 Shayna CookGoldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |"She's excellent at simplifying complex concepts for jurors and has strong cross-examination skills. She also thinks from a trial perspective early on, which is essential to success."3 Stephanie E ParkerJones Day | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Stephanie Parker co-leads the firm's business and tort litigation practice, and oversees its product liability litigation practice. She is an eminent trial lawyer in tobacco and in pharmaceutical trials.3 Susan M SharkoFaegre Drinker | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Susan Sharko routinely acts as national coordinating counsel for leading companies in mass torts and MDLs across a wide range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices and toxic torts.3 Theodore J Boutrous JrGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Theodore Boutrous boasts a distinguished appellate practice, while also being highly active in consumer class actions, personal injury cases and environmental torts.3 Tripp HastonBradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |Tripp Haston is widely respected for acting both as national trial and coordinating counsel in major pharmaceutical mass torts and chemical litigation.3 William GageButler Snow LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |William Gage is renowned for acting as lead counsel for major pharmaceutical trial companies in large MDLs, drawing particular praise for his achievements in pelvic mesh litigation.3 William HoffmanArnold & Porter | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 3 |William Hoffman is well regarded for his experience as coordinating counsel for pharmaceutical mass torts and market-leading MDLs.
Band 4
4 Adam HoeflichBartlit Beck LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Adam Hoeflich is well regarded as a trial lawyer and strategic adviser, with noted strength in both individual cases and MDLs.4 Allison BrownSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |"She is a student of her cases who gets to know the science and medicine behind them. She is comfortable on her feet and has a way of making complex concepts accessible."4 Daniel RingMayer Brown LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Daniel Ring offers strong expertise in advising medical clients on major mass tort claims. He also acts on putative class actions regarding concussion injuries as well as acting for chemical companies in toxic torts.4 Francis A CiteraGreenberg Traurig, LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Francis Citera is a seasoned practitioner in the consumer class action space. He is experienced in both state and federal courts, and is also well versed in product safety and risk management issues. He cochairs the product liability and mass torts practice.4 Hildy SastreShook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Hildy Sastre regularly defends clients in major trials across the medical device, tobacco and pharmaceutical industries. Her caseload includes pelvic mesh and hip implant litigation.4 James F. MurdicaBarnes & Thornburg LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |James Murdica chairs the firm's product liability group and acts on multiple mass torts in the pharmaceutical and medical device arenas.4 Joel H SmithBowman and Brooke LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |"He is a student of advocacy and it comes through in his practice. He is thoughtful, measured and persuasive as well as being excellent on the technical side of a case."4 John D WinterPatterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |John Winter is a seasoned practitioner who frequently represents major multinational companies on pharmaceutical and medical device MDLs, with further experience in toxic torts. He is a partner at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler.4 Kenneth J ParsigianLatham & Watkins LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Kenneth Parsigian is a partner at Latham & Watkins and offers notable expertise in mass torts arising from the tobacco industry, in which he represents a number of leading clients. He is also skilled in federal pharmaceutical cases.4 Kenneth J ReillyShook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Kenneth Reilly is best regarded for his capabilities in tobacco, and acts for a number of leading clients in major MDLs. He is also recognized for his strength as a trial lawyer.4 Kim MooreIrwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels LLC | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Kim Moore frequently acts on high-profile product liability cases and personal injury cases, and is especially well versed in litigation surrounding scientific issues.4 Matthew HolianDLA Piper LLP (US) | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Matthew Holian has developed an increasingly strong reputation for defending major pharmaceutical companies as national counsel in MDLs, handling everything from discovery to resolution.4 Melissa A. GeistReed Smith LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Melissa Geist is an expert trial lawyer who is experienced across both drug and medical device mass torts and MDLs. She regularly acts as national counsel in cases within the life sciences sector.4 Michael O'DonnellWheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Michael O'Donnell is experienced across both mass torts and consumer class actions, with additional expertise defending major corporations facing consumer product litigation.4 Michael OlsenMayer Brown LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Michael Olsen comes recommended for his handling of environmental matters, pharmaceutical cases, concussion-related litigation and toxic torts. He frequently acts as lead trial counsel for major multinational companies.4 Michael T. WilliamsWheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |"He has an incredible brain. When you deal with him, he comes up with stuff no one else has. He's one of the most creative attorneys I've ever worked with."4 Morton D Dubin IIKing & Spalding LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Morton Dubin comes recommended as a first-chair trial lawyer in toxic torts, most significantly in litigation related to talc. He is also capable of leading cases before appellate courts and acting as coordinating counsel.4 Orlando R. RichmondButler Snow LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Orlando Richmond regularly serves as lead counsel and co-counsel on a range of mass tort litigations, including both pharmaceutical cases and toxic torts.4 Paul G CereghiniBowman and Brooke LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Paul Cereghini chairs the firm and regularly acts as lead trial counsel in large-scale product liability cases and personal injury matters for major automobile companies. He also acts on concussion injury litigation.4 Peter A BicksOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Peter Bicks is highly regarded for his representation of Fortune 500 companies in matters such as major MDLs in the talc space. He is especially active in personal injury lawsuits and primarily acts as strategic counsel on these matters.4 Richard GoetzO'Melveny & Myers LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Richard Goetz is well respected for his skill in leading pharmaceutical cases and toxic torts. He is also experienced in personal injury, false advertising and consumer products.4 Sherry KnutsonTucker Ellis | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Sherry Knutson is widely respected for her experience in high-profile product liability MDLs, regularly acting in pharmaceutical cases and toxic torts.4 Stephen D. RaberWilliams & Connolly LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Stephen Raber is recommended for his strength in pharmaceutical product liability, while also boasting skills in broader civil disputes taken to both trial and arbitration.4 Steve MarshallVenable LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |Steve Marshall is widely recognized for his strength as a trial lawyer in high-profile medical and science cases, including pharmaceutical mass torts.4 William J ConroyCampbell Conroy & O'Neil, P.C. | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |William Conroy is a leading automotive lawyer who is well regarded for catastrophic injury cases, in which he has acted for clients at both the state and national level.4 William P GeraghtyShook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 4 |William Geraghty is highly regarded for his strength in defending mass torts in the medical device and tobacco sectors.
Band 5
5 Andrea PiersonFaegre Drinker | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Andrea Pierson has garnered a strong reputation for medical device MDLs, including those regarding pelvic mesh products and knee replacements.5 Barbara R BinisReed Smith LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Barbara Binis fields strong expertise in medical device mass torts such as pelvic mesh cases, in which she regularly acts as national litigation counsel for leading medical companies.5 Brian L. StekloffWilkinson Stekloff LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Brian Stekloff has a significant reputation for acting as trial lawyer across a number of mass torts, including on major pharmaceutical litigation.5 Charles W CohenHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Charles Cohen has a strong reputation in life sciences product liability, with experience representing domestic and international clients in pharmaceutical cases and toxic torts.5 Geoffrey WyattSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Geoffrey Wyatt primarily handles large consumer class actions and mass torts, as well as being able to advise on complex appellate litigation.5 Glenn KernerGreenberg Traurig, LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Glenn Kerner acts both as strategist and in trial during international product liability litigation, including in the pharmaceutical sector.5 James C FitzpatrickHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |James Fitzpatrick frequently defends pharmaceutical clients against high-profile MDLs on a national and international scale. He is especially well versed in defending litigation involving vaccines.5 James E HooperWheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |James Hooper is well regarded for his strength across a range of product liability disputes, including asbestos litigation, pharmaceutical cases and toxic torts.5 John FitzpatrickWheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |John Fitzpatrick is a seasoned trial lawyer who is best recognized for his strength in toxic torts such as asbestos cases. His experience includes acting as national counsel for several manufacturing clients.5 Joseph CohenPorter Hedges LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Houston-based Porter Hedges partner Joseph Cohen garners praise for his expert representation of former senior company employees in large MDLs and mass torts, as well as acting for clients facing personal injury claims.5 Julie ParkMorrison Foerster | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Julie Park advises on class actions and mass torts across the products landscape, while also being able to provide counsel on regulatory matters. She operates across Morrison Foerster's San Diego and San Francisco offices.5 Ken BaumGoldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Ken Baum is experienced in advising on the scientific aspects of drug and medical device litigation, as well as handling expert witness preparation during major MDLs.5 Kim BuenoButler Snow LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Kim Bueno comes recommended for her trial capabilities, regularly acting for life sciences clients in complex large-scale litigation and personal injury claims.5 Kimberly BranscomeDechert LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Kimberly Branscome is a well-regarded trial lawyer who has amassed a broad range of experience in mass torts and class actions. Her skills range from personal injury lawsuits in the automotive industry to toxic torts.5 Laura Kingsley HongTucker Ellis LLP |2023 | Band 5 |Laura Kingsley Hong chairs the firm's product liability group and frequently acts as first-chair trial counsel in mass torts at both the state and federal level.5 Lauren S ColtonHogan Lovells US LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Lauren Colton leads Hogan Lovells' products law group and is commended for her handling of mass torts and class actions arising from the life sciences space.5 Leslie M SmithKirkland & Ellis | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Leslie Smith is a skilled trial lawyer who is experienced in a range of pharmaceutical cases and consumer fraud litigation.5 Michael BrownNelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Michael Brown is an experienced trial lawyer who offers strength across the space, regularly handling toxic tort, pharmaceutical and personal injury claims.5 Michael ZogbyBarnes & Thornburg LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Michael Zogby acts on pharmaceutical litigation as well as mass torts in medical devices, frequently serving as coordinating counsel and trial counsel.5 Paul E. BoehmWilliams & Connolly LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Paul Boehm is a skilled litigator who is well versed in representing major multinational companies in product liability cases ranging from pharmaceutical litigation to toxic torts.5 Peter W Herzog IIIWheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Peter Herzog impresses with the caliber of his litigation practice, which is particularly strong in class actions. His diverse industry expertise includes experience in energy and automotive cases.5 Rebecca Weinstein BaconBartlit Beck LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Rebecca Weinstein Bacon is widely praised for her skills in product liability disputes, commercial cases and class actions. She is best recognized for advising major pharmaceutical clients in significant mass torts.5 Richard B North JrNelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Richard North handles a wide range of product liability disputes, with expertise handling major pharmaceutical MDLs and aviation disputes.5 Richard E SarverBarrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver, L.L.C. | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Richard Sarver regularly acts as a lead trial counsel in pharmaceutical MDLs, as well as assisting clients with environmental litigation and toxic torts. He is a founding member of Barrasso Usdin Kupperman Freeman & Sarver.5 Robert J HerringtonGreenberg Traurig, LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Robert Herrington in noted for his expertise acting for consumer products companies in complex litigation, including those alleging defects and misleading claims. He cochairs the firm's class action litigation group and is a go-to choice for clients in the tech, retail and automotive sectors.5 Sabrina StrongO'Melveny & Myers LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Sabrina Strong comes recommended for her representation of clients in high-stakes product litigation and consumer class actions, typically acting for those in the life sciences space.5 Stephen D BrodyO'Melveny & Myers LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Stephen Brody has garnered an increasingly strong reputation after acting on high-profile product liability cases for major multinational companies.5 Walter T. JohnsonWatkins & Eager PLLC | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5 |Walter Johnson regularly acts for major multinational companies on notable mass torts, while maintaining strong contacts in Mississippi.- Nancy ErfleGordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 5
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6 Amy FisherMcCarter & English, LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Amy Fisher excels in the representation of pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers in complex multidistrict product liability litigation, including acting in national defense roles. She is co-managing partner of the firm's Indianapolis office.6 Andrew KaplanCrowell & Moring LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Andrew Kaplan is held in high regard for the caliber of his advocacy in product liability litigation. He serves as chair of the firm's mass tort, product and consumer litigation group.6 Andrew TauberWinston & Strawn LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Andrew Tauber is well versed in acting as lead trial counsel on a range of product liability matters, including environmental cases and medical device torts.6 Cara EdwardsDLA Piper LLP (US) | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |"She is a gem of a human being. She lights up the room every time she walks in. I rely on her business judgment."6 Christopher CampbellDLA Piper LLP (US) | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Christopher Campbell chairs the firm's product liability and mass torts practice and possesses widespread experience in the space, including acting in a national coordinating role as well as providing trial and regulatory counsel.6 Daniel PariserArnold & Porter | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Daniel Pariser possesses particular expertise representing notable clients in the pharmaceutical sector as well as medical device manufacturers.6 Douglas J. MooreIrwin Fritchie Urquhart Moore & Daniels LLC | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Douglas Moore comes recommended for his solid trial experience. He is routinely engaged in product liability and mass tort litigation.6 F. Lane Heard, IIIWilliams & Connolly LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Lane Heard is an experienced lawyer who is skilled at coordinating national defense in MDLs and regularly acts on behalf of major pharmaceutical clients.6 Jonathan B SkidmoreNorton Rose Fulbright | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Jonathan Skidmore is a go-to trial lawyer for mass torts across the pharmaceutical and medical device space, as well as personal injury cases and automotive litigation.6 Kara McCallSidley Austin LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Kara McCall comes recommended for her handling of consumer class actions, and acts for an impressive clients in the food, retail and manufacturing industries.6 Kimberly B. MartinBradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Kimberly Martin routinely handles high-profile product liability disputes, including at both the state and federal level. She typically acts on behalf of clients in the medical device and pharmaceutical space.6 Lindsey BoneyBradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Lindsey Boney is relied upon by clients in the pharmaceutical and medical device space for his stellar representation in mass torts and MDLs.6 Lyn P PruittDLA Piper LLP (US) | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Lyn Pruitt is widely renowned for her considerable trial expertise and is frequently sought after to first-chair complex product liability trials and consumer class actions on behalf of pharmaceutical and medical device companies, among others.6 Michael C. ZellersTucker Ellis | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Michael Zellers comes recommended for his representation of clients facing challenging litigation at both the state and national level, regularly handling large MDLs.6 Mollie BenedictTucker Ellis | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Mollie Benedict is a go-to lawyer for pharmaceutical manufacturers facing complex product liability claims and frequently serves as trial counsel and in national coordinating roles in multidistrict litigation.6 Richard T. BernardoSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Richard Bernardo maintains an exceptional litigation practice, with recognized expertise in mass tort cases in a variety of sectors.6 Sarah JohnstonBarnes & Thornburg LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |"She is one of the best tactical and strategic thinkers I've ever worked with. Her commitment to the client is only matched by her skills in the courtroom."6 Sean P WajertShook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Sean Wajert is particularly experienced in pharmaceutical MDLs and is also highly respected in the medical device and consumer product sectors.6 Terri ReiskinNelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Terri Reiskin is particularly noted for her representation of automotive manufacturers, while also offering experience across a broad range of consumer and product liability claims.6 Theodore E TsekeridesWeil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Theodore Tsekerides is noted for his representation of clients facing complex product liability disputes, including those involving bankruptcy proceedings.6 Thomas J Cullen, JrNelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Thomas Cullen garners a particularly strong reputation for product liability cases involving forklift trucks and material handling equipment. He is also well versed in pharmaceutical mass torts.6 Thomas YooHolland & Knight LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |Thomas Yoo is a partner in Holland & Knight's Los Angeles office and garners praise for his strong litigation practice, which is routinely engaged in product liability and mass tort cases. He represents clients in the real estate, financial services and life sciences spaces, among others.6 William J. BeausoleilHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Band 6 |William Beausoleil is relied upon for his strategic advice in relation to complex mass torts and pharmaceutical MDLs.
Up and Coming
U Adam SpicerKing & Spalding LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Up and Coming |Adam Spicer is an increasingly prominent trial lawyer who has acted for major clients on pharmaceutical and medical device cases.U Celeste BrechtJones Day | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Up and Coming |Celeste Brecht is noted for her growing experience handling complex product liability cases at trial, including toxic tort and pharmaceutical-related claims.U Emily UllmanCovington & Burling LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Up and Coming |Emily Ullman is an up-and-coming talent in mass tort and class action litigation. She is particularly active in cases in the health and technology spaces.U Eric RumanekTroutman Pepper | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Up and Coming |Eric Rumanek represents clients in pharmaceutical and medical device MDLs, as well as mass torts and personal injury cases.U Michelle RamirezSidley Austin LLP | Product Liability & Mass Torts2023 | Up and Coming |"Michelle is an expert litigator and has a wide range of experience and expertise. She also provides excellent client service that brings tremendous value."