Paul Hastings Adds Biotech Litigation Team

Paul Hastings bolstered its litigation practice with partner Gerald Flatterman, formerly of Kirkland & Ellis, and of counsel’s Melanie Rupert and Chrstine Willgoos.

Flatterman will serve in the firm’s New York office. His practice focuses on patent litigation in the life sciences sector, including biotech, pharmaceuticals and medical devices.

“Gerald’s market-leading reputation and significant experience…will enhance the firm’s growing IP practice,” said Jamie Wareham, global chair of Paul Hastings Litigation practice. “His addition advances our development of a high-end IP practice that leverages our broad footprint in the U.S. and our strong positions in Europe and Asia.”

Rupert and Willgoos both have biotech backgrounds with a focus on patent litigation in the pharmaceutical and medical devices industry.  They will also serve in the firm’s New York office.

Paul Hastings, Janofsky & Walker is a global firm with offices in Asia, Europe and the United States.