Food & Beverages: Regulatory & Litigation
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
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About
Provided by Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, LLP
Our nationally ranked food litigation and regulatory practice offers a unique combination of labeling, safety and litigation skill and knowledge, including in-agency experience with FDA and the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, to counsel you through the distinctive concerns confronting food and beverage companies. We apply our broad industry experience in food safety and quality — including recalls, FSMA, HACCP, cGMPs, SSOPs and labeling compliance — to help clients understand how FDA, USDA, Prop 65 and other regulations apply to their businesses. Trademark, antitrust, contract and torts, corporate, real estate, franchise and international law practitioners provide customized counsel on every aspect of your business, grounded in our deep understanding of the food regulatory and litigation landscape. We advise manufacturers regarding the distribution of products and the use of brands, and represent food and beverage companies in general commercial litigation.
Chambers Review
The Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath team has a breadth of experience in regulatory and litigation matters concerning food, foodborne illnesses, recalls and safety compliance. The team offers comprehensive guidance to high-profile clients on risk management and enforcement actions and is able to draw on significant expertise in agricultural law matters when advising clients, including organic food companies and trade associations. It is fully equipped to handle enquiries on FDA and FSMA regulations, as well as able to advise growing e-commerce food companies on a variety of regulatory issues.
Work Highlights
- Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath successfully defended Sprout Foods in a case concerning allegations that the minor plaintiff developed ASD and ADHD after eating Sprout and other baby foods.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Faegre Drinker handles complicated matters very well, with innovative strategy and excellent work product. I enjoy working with the attorneys and trust their ability to handle complex matters."
"The team absolutely has expertise in the food safety regulatory landscape, know industry trends and are able to support on litigation, with lots of practical experience in the space."
"They showcase a depth and breadth of experience in the industry."
"Faegre Drinker handles complicated matters very well, with innovative strategy and excellent work product. I enjoy working with the attorneys and trust their ability to handle complex matters."
"The team absolutely has expertise in the food safety regulatory landscape, know industry trends and are able to support on litigation, with lots of practical experience in the space."
"They showcase a depth and breadth of experience in the industry."
Notable Practitioners
Sarah Brew has cultivated an excellent reputation for her expertise in product recall proceedings arising out of foodborne illness, class actions and consumer fraud litigation.
"I can't sing her praises enough; she does a really great job and is incredibly knowledgeable."
"She has a very deep knowledge of all things regulatory in the food space."
Tyler Young is an adept adviser to a range of food and beverage clients on litigation, with noted experience handling consumer class action disputes.
"He's a great strategist on litigation matters, with a strong knowledge of the food industry."
Ranked Lawyers at
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