Crowell & Moring Expands Health Care Practice with New Litigation Team

In a strategic move to bolster its health care practice, Crowell & Moring has announced the addition of 16 distinguished health care litigation partners, led by the renowned attorney Martin J. Bishop. This significant expansion comes as the firm positions itself to navigate a swiftly changing legal landscape in the health care sector.

The joining team, which previously operated at Reed Smith, brings extensive nationwide legal expertise that spans all areas of managed care law. Their impressive track record includes litigation across all 50 states, assisting leading managed care companies through a complicated and evolving regulatory environment. They are particularly recognized for their specialization in critical health care issues such as the No Surprises Act, ERISA, gender affirming care, and the ramifications of post-Dobbs rulings on insurance coverage.

This merger not only creates one of the largest health care practices in the United States but also enhances Crowell’s capabilities in litigation, regulatory scrutiny, transaction-related legal support, and recovery solutions. The firm now boasts a multidisciplinary team of more than 100 attorneys who cater to a diverse range of clients, including top insurers, prominent health care providers, academic medical centers, digital health firms, and innovative manufacturers.

Philip T. Inglima, chair of Crowell & Moring’s management board, emphasized the strategic importance of this merger, stating that the expertise of Marty Bishop and his team complements the firm's existing health care capabilities. This growth aligns with Crowell's priorities, emphasizing the need for a deeply integrated health care practice that can adeptly address the complexities facing clients in a transforming industry.

Bishop, who will take the co-chair position of Crowell’s Health Care Group, along with key partners who will also join the firm, expressed enthusiasm about this collaboration, underlining their shared commitment to providing outstanding legal services. He remarked on the long-standing relationships both teams have fostered with their mutual clients, aiming to deliver enhanced results in a rapidly shifting legal environment.

With the lessons learned from their years of overlapping practices, Bishop believes this union will solidify their position as market leaders in health care litigation, enabling them to tackle emergent issues that impact the health sector more effectively. Under Bishop's co-leadership, this high-caliber team aims to create a comprehensive service platform for both payer and provider clients, ensuring they receive expert counsels on the latest health care challenges.

Troy Barsky, co-chair of Crowell's Health Care Group, reiterated the necessity of adapting the health care practice to meet the growing complexity of client needs and industry regulations. His insights reflect a commitment to remaining at the forefront of health law, providing clients with vital solutions and insights.

The arrival of the Reed Smith team signals Crowell & Moring's strategic expansion in health care and life sciences. Just prior to this announcement, the firm integrated with the acclaimed Boston-based life sciences firm Faber Daeufer Itrato, further amplifying their prowess in areas related to transactions and regulatory practices within the life sciences sector.

Crowell & Moring, an international law firm with operations across the U.S., Europe, MENA, and Asia, intends to leverage this combined expertise to further assist clients navigating complex and multifaceted regulatory environments. They are widely recognized for a commitment to both pro bono service and their proactive approach to professional development, ensuring the continuous growth of the firm’s community.

For those interested in learning more about Crowell's Health Care Group and the services they offer, further information is available on their official website. This expansion represents Crowell & Moring's unwavering dedication to supporting health care entities as they navigate new opportunities and challenges in the industry.