Reed Smith LLP

Reed Smith LLP advises leading pharma and medical device companies in product liability litigation. With offices spread around the country, the practice offers multi-jurisdictional advice and frequently acts as national counsel in high-profile MDLs and class actions. The team is also skilled in negotiating confidential settlements in highly sensitive cases. Princeton-based Melissa Geist, who co-chairs the firm’s global life sciences health industry group, has extensive experience navigating the technical issues involved in developing company defenses, as well as preparing witnesses to deliver compelling testimony during depositions and at trial. Michael Brown, based in Los Angeles, is a leading trial lawyer with broad experience in complex product liability and is recognized for his expertise in federal preemption in both trial and appellate courts. Other than her extensive experience in defending over-the-counter and prescription drug manufacturers, Philadelphia-based Heather Rich Rocks has in-depth knowledge of the scientific and medical expertise required to defend complex product liability claims, regularly working with medical and scientific experts.