Philadelphia, PA – The legal landscape in Philadelphia is set to change with the addition of Michael Daly, a prominent mass tort attorney, to the team at Motley Rice LLC. Daly, who previously led the Philadelphia office of Pogust Goodhead, has been appointed to enhance Motley Rice’s local operations amidst significant ongoing litigations, including the Ozempic and Roundup cases.
According to Motley Rice, Daly’s arrival marks a significant expansion in Philadelphia, supplementing its robust team across the nearby Cherry Hill, New Jersey office. Donald Migliori, a member of the firm’s executive board and a trial attorney, emphasized that Daly’s appointment comes at a crucial time as the firm is actively involved in major litigations that are increasingly centralized in Philadelphia.
With Philadelphia’s vibrant legal market known for its competitive yet collaborative environment, the move by Motley Rice is viewed not as a disruption but as a strengthening of the existing plaintiffs’ bar. Migliori expressed confidence in the warm reception to their increased presence, highlighting the firm’s long-standing cooperative relationships with other local firms in mass tort proceedings.
The strategic recruitment of Daly was spurred by previous collaborations between him and Motley Rice during the early stages of the Ozempic litigation. “We recognized his talents early on,” Migliori recalled, “and when he showed interest in advancing his career with us, it seemed like a perfect alignment for both parties.”
Daly’s transition is poised to bring a wealth of experience to Motley Rice, as he has previously worked closely with the firm on several significant cases. He noted the high level of professional service and expertise at Motley Rice as key factors in his decision to join the firm. While Daly will not bring his clients over, he will integrate into Motley Rice by initially taking roles in existing cases, such as the Paraquat mass tort litigation and others pending in the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas.
Looking forward, Daly is eager to leverage his experience in building cases from scratch, a skill he honed after shifting to the plaintiffs’ side following an early career stint in defense at Marshall Dennehey. His expertise in developing cases is expected to bolster Motley Rice’s strategic initiatives in Philadelphia.
Migliori described the firm’s approach as grounded and intensely focused on current litigations. Outside of mass torts, the firm is also engaged in securities litigation, whistleblower cases, and qui tam actions, reflecting a diverse practice that requires steadfast dedication to achieve resolutions and bring cases to trial.
Meanwhile, representatives from Pogust Goodhead have expressed their best wishes for Daly’s new role, indicating an interest in future collaborations. They remain committed to their mission of impactful legal advocacy, emphasizing client-centered approaches and a dedication to addressing complex legal challenges one case at a time.
As Motley Rice consolidates its position in Philadelphia, the local legal community anticipates increased collaboration and shared success in the mass tort domain, highlighting a collective effort to manage and resolve high-stakes litigation effectively.