McDermott Will & Emery LLP is experienced at handling major investigations and enforcement proceedings, especially within the healthcare industry. Based in Boston, Laura McLane focuses on FCA litigation, while Benton Curtis in Miami is recommended for his experience representing high-profile individuals and companies with government investigations. Practicing out of the firm’s New York office, Edward Diskant is highly skilled at advising on matters relating to bribery, money laundering, and other financial crimes. Also based in New York, Joseph Evans is another well-regarded lawyer with expertise in cryptocurrency litigation and fraud. Boston-based lawyer Dana McSherry focuses on false claims within the healthcare sector. Sarah Walters left the firm in April 2024.
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'The team is robust and capable of handling all aspects of white-collar law. Their works is thorough and impressive.'
'Mark Pearlstein is a brilliant attorney with vast experience. Dana McSherry is another brilliant attorney who is easy to speak to and work with. She's a pleasure to do business with.'
‘The McDermott team is outstanding in its representation of individuals as well as corporate clients.’
‘McDermott has a strong team with significant financial, securities and healthcare fraud experience. The McDermott attorneys include several former DOJ prosecutors who bring that perspective to bear when representing companies facing investigations.’
‘McDermott's team has deep expertise in defending clients in health care investigations. They are extremely knowledgeable on industry trends and legal developments.’
‘Laura McLane is a star. She is a fierce advocate and incredibly savvy lawyer.’
'The team is comprised of incredibly talented lawyers. They have deep expertise in health care issues.'
Key clients
- ACPDO Management
- Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas
- BDO
- Beth Israel Lahey Health
- CleanSlate Centers, Inc.
- CVS
- Paxful, Inc.
- Premise Health
- Public Consulting Group
- St. Joseph Hospital
Work highlights
- Represented a former owner of marketing and telemedicine companies who was charged with wire fraud, health care fraud, and tax evasion.
- Represented several clients who are under investigation and qui tam lawsuits under the False Claims Act.
- Represented the president of a pharmaceutical company who was charged with the dispensing of misbranded drugs.
Lawyers
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Laura McLane; Benton Curtis; Edward Diskant
Other key lawyers
Joseph Evans; Dana McSherry; Mark Pearlstein; Todd Harrison