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Jenner & Block Expands Mass Torts Team with Strategic Hire of Five Attorneys from Mayer Brown

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Chicago, Illinois — Jenner & Block LLP has announced the addition of a five-member attorney team to its Chicago office, boosting its mass torts and product liability practice. The new group, which previously worked at Mayer Brown LLP, is expected to enhance the firm’s capabilities in managing complex litigation cases. The team includes two experienced attorneys who have significant backgrounds in mass torts and product liability. Their expertise is anticipated to strengthen Jenner & Block’s position in a highly competitive legal landscape. This strategic move aligns with the firm’s ongoing commitment to expanding its litigation … Read more

Jenner & Block Boosts Mass Torts Practice with Strategic Mayer Brown Team Acquisition

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Chicago — Jenner & Block has strengthened its mass torts practice by acquiring a team of attorneys from Mayer Brown. The move aims to bolster the firm’s capabilities in handling large-scale litigation, a sector that has seen a surge in demand due to ongoing legal challenges across various industries. This transition includes several seasoned litigators who bring extensive experience to Jenner & Block. Their collective expertise focuses on complex litigation involving multiple plaintiffs, which has become increasingly vital in today’s legal landscape. As companies face a wave of lawsuits, particularly related to product liability and … Read more

Jenner & Block Strengthens Mass Torts Division with Key Hire from Mayer Brown

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Chicago, Ill. — Jenner & Block LLP has expanded its mass torts and product liability practice with the addition of a five-attorney team from Mayer Brown LLP, as announced on Tuesday. This move reflects the growing attention and resources being allocated to these key areas of law, underscoring the firm’s commitment to enhancing its capabilities in complex litigation. The departing team includes two seasoned attorneys, recognized for their expertise and experience in handling intricate cases involving product liability and mass tort issues. Their transition is expected to bring valuable insights and a wealth of knowledge … Read more

Jenner & Block Bolsters Mass Torts Practice with Strategic Hire of Mayer Brown Team, Tackling PFAS Challenges Head-On

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CHICAGO — Jenner & Block has strengthened its mass torts and products liability practice by recruiting a five-lawyer team from Mayer Brown, led by partners Richard Bulger and Daniel Ring. Both attorneys bring extensive experience in handling cases involving per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” particularly in cases involving 3M Co. Bulger and Ring will serve as co-chairs of the practice alongside existing partners Dean Panos and Joanna Wright. Their former firm, Mayer Brown, has seen them advocate for 3M in various cases across the United States. Recently, Ring appeared … Read more