Dispute resolution
Craig Smyser at Steptoe LLP is a versatile trial lawyer with a broad commercial disputes practice that includes MDL leadership and international work. Routinely acting for healthcare companies in relation to opioid litigation, and currently represents defendants in the Astroworld Festival litigation concerning personal injury and wrongful death claims. Smyser also advises the City of Houston on complex tax issues and brings deep experience in high-stakes matters, including bankruptcy and financial fraud.
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Work highlights
Serving as defense counsel in multidistrict personal injury, negligence, and wrongful death litigation following the November 5, 2021 Astroworld Festival tragedy, involving over 2,000 plaintiffs and hundreds of millions in damages.
Lead counsel for McKesson in Texas opioid MDL defending claims brought by approximately 50 counties against opioid manufacturers and distributors. Served as Texas liaison counsel for distributor defendants.
Advising the City of Houston on the methodology used to collect ad valorem property taxes.