Tara Pehush Appointed as New Partner at Venable’s New York Office, Enhancing Its Product Liability and Mass Torts Group

New York, NY – Venable LLP has expanded its legal team with the addition of Tara Pehush as a partner in the New York office’s product liability and mass torts group. The firm, which made the announcement on Monday, is bolstering its capabilities in several key areas of litigation with Pehush’s hire. Pehush brings a wealth of experience in handling complex legal issues, particularly in the realms of products liability, commercial disputes, and toxic tort litigation. Her role at Venable will involve not only representing clients but also advising them on risk management strategies and … Read more

Top Litigator Kimberley Branscome Joins Paul, Weiss in Los Angeles, Bolstering Firm’s Product Liability Expertise

Los Angeles – In a significant move for the legal industry, Kimberley Branscome, a distinguished product liability and mass torts trial attorney, has recently joined the ranks of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison as a partner in their Los Angeles litigation department. This new appointment marks a key phase in Branscome’s illustrious legal career. Formerly holding leadership positions as office managing partner at Dechert LLP and partner at Kirkland & Ellis, Branscome brings extensive experience to her new role. She is noted for her expertise in managing complex litigation cases across various sectors, including … Read more

King & Spalding Bolsters Its Ranks with Top Legal Team in High-Stakes Product Liability Arena

King & Spalding, a distinguished international law firm, has fortified its Product Liability and Mass Torts practice with the recent addition of a prominent four-member partner team. This group includes Kim Bueno, Amy Pepke, Christopher Cowan, and Tara Blake, who are seasoned in high-profile pharmaceutical and medical device litigation. The team’s move, from Butler Snow to King & Spalding, marks a significant bolstering of the firm’s legal prowess in various complex litigation sectors. The newly integrated team is lauded for their exceptional trial abilities and their solid track record across national courtrooms. Tracie Renfroe, co-leader … Read more

Chris Seeger Secures $6 Billion Settlement in 3M Earplug Litigation, Named 2024 MVP in Product Liability

Chris Seeger, founding partner of Seeger Weiss LLP, has cemented his place among the legal elite, securing major wins in three significant mass tort litigations. Notably, his role in achieving a monumental $6 billion global settlement in the case concerning allegedly defective 3M combat earplugs has been a defining moment in product liability law this year. Seeger’s legal prowess and dedication were critical in navigating through the complexities of these cases which involved substantial claims and large numbers of plaintiffs. His strategies not only brought relief to those affected but also set precedents in the … Read more