CHICAGO — Kurt Weaver, a seasoned litigator known for his extensive experience in product liability and mass tort cases, has joined Shook, Hardy & Bacon as a partner in their Chicago office. With over 30 years in the legal field, Weaver enhances the firm’s capabilities in high-stakes commercial disputes and multidistrict litigations.
Weaver has represented clients across multiple sectors, including life sciences, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and retail. Notably, he has secured jury verdicts in 13 complex product liability cases over the last seven years. His expertise extends to serving as lead counsel in significant multidistrict litigations, as well as advising clients on regulatory risks and advertising laws.
Bill Geraghty, co-chair of Shook’s Product Liability Litigation Practice, praised Weaver’s experience, stating that his successful track record makes him an ideal fit for the firm. “Kurt’s depth of experience in defending clients and securing favorable outcomes at every litigation stage is invaluable as we strive to protect consumer products and commercial interests in complex cases.”
Some of Weaver’s notable cases include representing a manufacturer in an ongoing MDL related to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and the aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) supply chain, which is facing claims of product liability and personal injury. He has also acted on behalf of a multinational corporation in an MDL concerning defective firefighter turnout gear and defended a university in a putative class action regarding concussion awareness for football players.
Shook Chair Madeleine McDonough expressed her admiration for Weaver, calling his courtroom skills and reputation a strategic asset for the firm. She emphasized how his presence would strengthen Shook’s national practice, especially in the Chicago office.
Expressing his excitement about the move, Weaver acknowledged his long-standing relationship with the firm. “I have collaborated with Shook on numerous cases over the years, and I look forward to contributing to their impressive history of defending leading global companies in challenging legal battles.”
Founded in 1889, Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. operates 18 offices across the United States, providing legal services in sectors such as health, science, and technology. The firm specializes in areas ranging from product liability defense and business litigation to intellectual property and regulatory counseling.
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