In an impressive move to bolster their standing in the health care law domain, Crowell & Moring announced the appointment of a former Department of Justice (DOJ) trial attorney, Michael Shaheen, as a partner. The announcement was first reported on Bloomberg Law earlier this week.
As we understand, Shaheen will be rejoining Crowell & Moring and taking up responsibilities within the health care group. His work domain will primarily be centered on False Claims Act cases. He is also expected to extend his expertise to healthcare fraud and abuse cases.
Shaheen will be closely working with members of the white collar and regulatory enforcement group, augmenting the firm’s prowess in these complex legal areas.
An important aspect of Shaheen’s profile is his background as a trial attorney for the DOJ’s commercial litigation branch’s fraud section. This experience, undoubtedly, contributes immensely to his understanding of the legalities involved in healthcare fraud cases and should provide the firm with a significant advantage.
Prior to this appointment, Shaheen was associated with Quinn Emanuel, an eminent law firm noted for its litigation expertise.
It is worth noting that this development is just another testament to the escalating emphasis on healthcare law and regulations, especially in the context of a global pandemic. Access to experienced legal professionals like Shaheen could prove to be an invaluable asset for law firms dealing with healthcare law issues.