Chambers USA continues to recognize Bowman and Brooke as an “Elite” Band 1 firm in the Nationwide Product Liability: Automobile category. The publication notes, “Bowman and Brooke possesses a dedicated product liability defense team, fielding a deep trial bench. The firm is widely considered a market leader in the automotive industry, with a client list that features numerous leading manufacturers. Its broad practice also includes strength in areas such as medical devices and consumer products alongside activity in large-scale consumer class actions."
Bowman and Brooke is also ranked Band 4 by Chambers USA in the Nationwide Product Liability & Mass Torts category. Clients note, “The firm has extensive experience, coupled with organization skills and the lawyers are resourceful, conscientious, and take our litigation goals and make them their own.”
Additionally, Paul Cereghini and Joel Smith are ranked in Band 1 Product Liability Automotive rankings and Band 4 Nationwide Product Liability & Mass Torts rankings.
In addition to the firm’s national product liability rankings, two partners were ranked in state categories.
Executive Managing Partner Wendy F. Lumish is ranked for Litigation: Appellate – Florida, Band 2. Wendy Lumish is an experienced appellate practitioner who specializes in product liability disputes as well as handling cases involving medical malpractice and personal injury claims. Noted as being "exceptionally knowledgeable," Wendy has been ranked for 19 years straight.
Joel Smith is additionally ranked for Litigation: General Commercial – South Carolina, Band 1. Joel Smith frequently advises on mass torts and product liability cases, particularly those concerning the automotive industry. "Joel is a seasoned trial attorney. He has a fantastic personality and has tremendous technical skill in working with experts and in-house witnesses to develop a strong defensive case."
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