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Faegre Drinker Strengthens West Coast Team with Tom Pack’s Expertise in Product Liability and Mass Torts

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SAN FRANCISCO — Faegre Drinker has welcomed Tom Pack as a partner in its product liability and mass torts practice, significantly enhancing its San Francisco office’s capacity in this critical area of law. Pack’s appointment follows recent expansions in the firm’s West Coast operations, including the addition of former federal prosecutor Carolyn Fitzhugh McNiven in the fall and attorney Heather Burke earlier this year. With his extensive experience, Pack is expected to strengthen the firm’s product liability capabilities as it seeks to grow its presence in California. In his role, Pack will represent life sciences … Read more

DOJ Antitrust Team Seeks Court Intervention to Tackle Apple’s Resistance in Ongoing Legal Battle

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Washington, D.C. — Federal antitrust attorneys are seeking judicial intervention in their ongoing efforts against Apple Inc., known for its substantial market influence. The Department of Justice has turned to the court system as negotiations with the tech giant remain stalled, complicating a case that could have sweeping implications for competition in the tech sector. The complexities of the case arise from Apple’s dominance in various markets, notably those for mobile applications and digital services. The DOJ has expressed concerns that Apple’s practices may be stifling competition and harming consumers. In response, Apple has staunchly … Read more

Mayer Brown Strengthens Mass Torts Team with Strategic Hire of Environmental Litigators from WilmerHale

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San Francisco, Calif. — Mayer Brown has strengthened its mass torts practice by welcoming partners Davina Pujari and Chris Rheinheimer, both of whom previously worked at WilmerHale. Their arrival signals a strategic move for the firm, especially following the loss of a five-partner mass torts team to Jenner & Block earlier this year. The addition of these two experienced lawyers reflects a larger trend among major law firms seeking to bolster their capabilities in the mass torts sector. Pujari specializes in environmental law, white-collar defense, and crisis management, while Rheinheimer brings expertise in complex litigation … Read more

New York AG Letitia James Hires Legal Team Amid Federal Investigations, Sparking Political Firestorm

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New York, N.Y. — New York Attorney General Letitia James has enlisted a prestigious law firm to navigate increasing federal scrutiny amid ongoing investigations. She has retained Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP to address federal subpoenas issued by prosecutors in Albany, although details regarding the cost of the legal representation remain undisclosed. James’ decision to hire outside counsel reflects a significant escalation in the Republican-led investigations targeting her office, particularly as she continues her legal challenges against the Trump administration. Supporters of James argue that the investigations are politically motivated, claiming that Trump is leveraging … Read more