Eric is a trial attorney who has spent his entire career helping pharmaceutical and medical device companies manage risk. From mass tort litigation to individual compliance issues, the life sciences industry relies on Eric to help them navigate their most difficult problems.
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Eric advises pharmaceutical and medical device companies of all sizes. His work ranges from serving as national trial counsel for one of the world's biggest pharmaceutical companies, to helping small life sciences companies ensure regulatory compliance and avoid litigation altogether.
Eric has defended clients in litigation involving mass tort, personal injury, and wrongful death claims in state and federal courts. He has served as lead trial counsel and national counsel in defending claims throughout the U.S., litigated in "virtual firms" for large mass torts, and represented clients against numerous single-plaintiff claims.
Equally comfortable with science and the law, Eric understands his clients' products and technologies and is able to communicate complex scientific issues to diverse audiences. He is adept at managing expert witnesses, explaining difficult medical concepts to those outside the industry, and counseling scientists on the legal risks when bringing innovative products to market.
Eric is also passionate about serving in the Atlanta community. He and his wife are certified foster parents and have taken six foster children into their home over the last two years (in addition to their four biological children). Although fostering comes with seemingly endless diapers, bottles, and sleepless nights, their family believes the greatest way to make a lasting difference in the community is to open their home to those in need. Eric also serves in leadership roles at his local church and coaches youth basketball, baseball, flag football, and soccer.
Articles + Publications
04.16.24
AI in the Operating Room: Liability Issues for Device Makers
Sponsored Events
12.05.23
American Conference Institute's (ACI) 28th Annual Conference on Drug & Medical Device Litigation
Firm News
10.09.23
Troutman Pepper Recognized in Benchmark Litigation 2024
Firm News
05.04.23
Troutman Pepper Helps Secure Another Defense Verdict for Johnson & Johnson After 9-day Jury Trial
Sponsored Events
05.03.23
2023 DRI Drug and Medical Device Seminar
Press Coverage
05.03.23
Meghan Kelly Does It Again: Defense Verdict in Mesh Suit Is 2nd for Orrick This Year