Lariss J. Maldonado

Experience

Manage investigation for manufacturer related to export control issues.

Defend payment processor against potential claims by government regulators.

Served a hotel investment group's Special Litigation Committee in investigating shareholder derivative claims and evaluating the appropriate resolution, resulting in a global settlement of claims.

Represented major agricultural business in nuisance cases related to hog farming operations.

Represented food manufacturers in resolving foodborne illness cases arising from major outbreaks and recalls.

Member of trial team representing defendant real estate developers in two-week trial addressing claims for breach of fiduciary duty, piercing the corporate veil and fraudulent transfer.

Represented pharmaceutical manufacturers in defense of product liability claims.

Successfully argued motion to dismiss charges against a telecommunications company for breach of contract and employment law claims.

Represented ice cream manufacturer in several personal injury cases based on listeria outbreak.

Represented clients in a number of class action lawsuits in California District Court for consumer fraud claims, including related to vitamin and protein supplement products.

Served as local counsel for medical device manufacturer managing cases served in Minnesota as part of a Multi District Litigation based in the Southern District of West Virginia. Conducted depositions of local witnesses, including plaintiffs and physicians.

Speaking Engagements