The data and discovery strategies practice at Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP showcases particular strength in providing advice on discovery issues in areas including mass tort, multidistrict and class action litigation. Patrick Oot leads the team out of the Washington DC office and is the key contact for issues about information governance, data privacy and discovery practices in technology issues. Kansas City based Jason Ward is thoroughly knowledgeable of the full array of document reviews and productions, Gabe Egli regularly represents clients in the pharmaceutical sector, and Jeremiah Winkler is a specialist in litigation. Associate Adam Shoshtari is located in Washington DC and is often engaged in product liability litigations. Denise Talbert  retired in 2023. In January 2024, Los Angeles-based consumer class action expert Michael Shortnacy joined the team from King & Spalding LLP.

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Key clients

  • Gilead Sciences, Inc.
  • Horizon Therapeutics (Amgen)
  • Bayer AG / Monsanto Company
  • Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
  • American Honda Motor Co.
  • The Prudential Insurance Company of America
  • Roche / Genentech Inc.
  • ParkMobile

Lawyers

Leading associates
Rising stars with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading lawyers
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Patrick Oot

Other key lawyers

Jason Ward, Gabe Egli, Jeremiah Wikler, Adam Shoshtari, Michael Shortnacy