Skadden is pleased to announce Brian O’Donoghue has joined the firm as a partner in its Mass Torts, Insurance and Consumer Litigation Group in Chicago. Mr. O’Donoghue has led some of the largest multidistrict litigation matters both domestically and globally for pharmaceutical, industrial and life science companies and advises clients on high-profile product liability, environmental, consumer and complex commercial disputes.
Mr. O’Donoghue has extensive experience in mass torts, class actions, internal investigations and litigation involving multinational corporate clients. Beyond mass torts and class action litigation, he has a strong track record of leading significant commercial disputes and utilizing key experts to develop factual, scientific evidence to support and prepare for trials. He also represents corporate clients across industries, including technology, transportation, energy and entertainment, among other areas.
“Brian is a leading litigator in the mass torts and class action space,” said John Beisner, leader of Skadden’s Mass Torts, Insurance and Consumer Litigation Group. “He is nationally recognized for his success leading precedent-setting matters and securing historic settlements. Brian’s ability to manage the strategic aspects of sprawling cases across the country will be a tremendous asset to our clients as mass torts and product liability matters continue to expand and place increasing demands on corporate resources.”
“We are thrilled to welcome Brian to our Chicago litigation team and to further strengthen our mass torts and class actions capabilities,” said Amy Van Gelder, head of Skadden’s Chicago Litigation Group. “Brian brings a sophisticated approach to litigation strategy, case management and team leadership that is well aligned with how our litigation practices operate across Skadden’s platform. His experience will enhance our ability to support clients in their most significant and complex litigation matters.”
“Skadden’s reputation as a leader across numerous types of litigation — and as a trailblazer in the mass torts space — makes the firm the perfect fit for my diverse client base and dynamic practice. I look forward to working alongside my new colleagues to guide our clients as they defend against novel and sprawling ‘bet-the-company’ litigation claims,” said Mr. O’Donoghue.
Mr. O’Donoghue earned his J.D. from Yale Law School and his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame. He has been selected for inclusion in Chambers USA in its Litigation: Product Liability and Product Liability & Mass Torts categories.
