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Legal Showdown: Boies Schiller Flexner Faces Off Against Former Counsel in Florida Pharmaceuticals Case

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In Miami, Florida, a contentious legal dispute has erupted involving Boies Schiller Flexner LLP and its representation within the pharmaceutical mass tort sector. The case marks a significant intersection of law and healthcare, highlighting tensions between established firms and their former legal counsels. The conflict centers around allegations related to the management of mass tort litigations, which are designed to allow multiple individuals to bring claims against a defendant simultaneously. These lawsuits often arise from large-scale issues, such as pharmaceutical injuries, whereby numerous plaintiffs seek compensation for harm caused by a particular drug or medical … Read more

Boies Schiller Flexner LLP Faces Legal Setback in Ongoing Pharmaceutical Counsel Dispute

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Miami, Florida — A federal court has ruled against Boies Schiller Flexner LLP in a case involving former counsel to various pharmaceutical mass tort firms. The decision means that the law firm must remain part of a ongoing lawsuit, facing scrutiny alongside other defendants. The dispute centers on claims from several mass tort firms that seek compensation from their former attorneys. These firms have accused Boies Schiller Flexner LLP and others of negligence and misconduct that allegedly impacted their operations and relationships with clients. Court documents reveal that the plaintiffs argue that the actions taken … Read more

Legal Powerhouse Boies Schiller Flexner Bolsters Ranks with Return of White Collar Expert Peter Skinner and Addition of Former Government Insider Andrew Smith

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New York, NY — Boies Schiller Flexner, a prominent litigation firm, welcomed the return of Peter Skinner, former Assistant United States Attorney in the Southern District of New York, and introduced new partner Andrew Smith, a past commodities trader, to its expanding team. Skinner, who originally helped establish the firm’s White Collar team in 2015, rejoins as the co-leader of investigations and white collar criminal defense. His extensive legal experience is complemented by his previous key role in the firm’s global investigations and white collar defense practice. Following a year away, Skinner’s return is seen … Read more