A strong trio leads the King & Spalding practice group, which includes Geoffrey Drake, Andy Bayman, and Tracie Renfroe. Based in Atlanta, Drake focuses on addiction-related product liability matters, including MDL proceedings alleging that social media platforms were designed to be addictive and caused mental health injuries to teenagers, giving rise to personal injury and school district claims. Drake also defends major video game developers and platforms in MDL litigation alleging gaming addiction among children and young adults, with claimed conditions including ADHD, depression, and anxiety. In Los Angeles, Keri Borders advises cannabis companies in class actions alleging false advertising, including THC content disputes, warranty claims, and non-GMO representations. Also in Los Angeles, Dale Giali focuses on allegations of misleading labeling, shortfilling, and failure to disclose artificial ingredients. In Chicago, Livia Kiser handles consumer-deception litigation involving medical testing devices and food-product labeling.
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Testimonials
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‘This team's practice has a deep understanding of the legal issues and the players involved on both sides.’
‘Dale Giali has very deep knowledge of legal issues and opposing counsel. He is also mindful of the company's interests in a given case and tailors his advice and strategy appropriately.’
‘The team is extremely knowledgeable, prompt, pragmatic, and works hard to understand our business needs. Their work product is always spot on, and they are our most trusted law firm and advisor.’
‘They are always on top of our legal matters and are proactive in anticipating what we need and what will make our company stronger from a legal perspective. Dale Giali and Keri Borders make an incredible team and provide us with highly effective, holistic approaches in mitigating risk and handling litigation.’
Key clients
- Automobili Lamborghini America
- Activision Blizzard
- Beech-Nut Nutrition Company
- Ben & Jerry's
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Campbell Soup Company
- Floor & Decor Holdings, Inc.
- Foster Poultry Farm
- General Motors LLC
- GlaxoSmithKline LLC
- Home Depot, U.S.A., Inc.
- Kenvue
Work highlights
Represented Boehringer Ingelheim in all litigation concerning the allegation that its widely used heartburn medication Zantac increases the risk of cancer.
Advised Johnson & Johnson in numerous talcum powder litigations, helping defend talc claims in courtrooms across the country.
Assisted TikTok Inc. in the Social Media Adolescent Addiction litigation, winning key federal and state court rulings that significantly narrowed the scope of the sprawling mass tort against leading social media platforms.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Andy Bayman; Geoffrey Drake; Tracie Renfroe
Other key lawyers
Dale Giali; Keri Borders; Livia Kiser