The State Attorneys General team at DLA Piper LLP (US) has a presence across the West and East Coasts, with co-heads Jeffrey Tsai and Scott Wilson based in San Francisco and New York respectively. Its expertise spans major issues in the life sciences and pharma sectors, as well as consumer protection, environmental matters, cryptocurrency, and children’s online privacy. Tsai takes on complex civil and criminal enforcement matters, ranging from unfair trade practices to antitrust and healthcare, drawing on his government experience, including serving as an Assistant AG in California. Furthermore, he is noted for his work in the growing e-commerce, fintech, fantasy sports, hospitality, and online higher education industries. Wilson is a go-to for multinational companies, and brings expertise from his time as senior advisor and special counsel to the New York AG. In Dallas, Meagan Self is experienced in class action and multi-state litigation, having advised manufacturers, insurance companies, financial institutions, and pharmaceutical corporations, including recent work for Pfizer in cases brought by the Texas and Kansas AGs. Victor Domen departed the team in January 2026.
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- 'The wide range of expertise available to the lead attorney in the case makes second guessing obsolete.'
- 'The lead attorney has a high work ethic and a high level of expertise along with experience working directly for the AG.'
- 'DLA Piper has a deep bench of attorneys with a breadth of experience in a variety of sectors. Their attorneys elevate discussions and the practice of law, with an emphasis on personal and civic engagement. Whether they are presenting at conferences and seminars or representing clients in a courtroom, they command attention and respect.'
- 'Jeffrey Tsai is a brilliant attorney with laser focus and rather stealth. He can dissect situations and positions and propose solutions which result in the maximum benefits to his clients. He has an understanding of the entire “playing field” and provides concise recommendation based on potential outcomes.'
Key clients
- Danone
- Sanofi Group
- Adir International
- NRA Foundation
Work highlights
Advising Nurture in the lawsuit brought by the New Mexico AG for alleged unsafe levels of heavy metals in baby food. Jeff Tsai is leading the representation of Nurture in that litigation with the NM AG, which is ongoing.
Served as lead trial lawyer for American Future Systems, Inc. and its CEO as defendant in white collar and government controversies litigation against the Federal Trade Commission and the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office in Pennsylvania federal district court related to allegations of deceptive trade practices and violations of Section 13 of the Federal Trade Commission Act.
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Practice head
Jeffrey Tsai; Scott Wilson
Other key lawyers
Meagan Self