A pair of life sciences and healthcare lawyers with prominent reputations in government and regulatory investigations have joined the global legal practice of Norton Rose Fulbright's US member firm as partners.

Michael Koon and Carol Poindexter come to Norton Rose Fulbright's Washington, DC office. Both were partners at Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP.

Koon represents pharmaceutical and medical device companies in a range of government investigations and litigation. For more than three decades, he has focused on the defense of clients subject to government regulation. Koon has also served as regional and national counsel for prescription drug and medical device manufacturers in product liability and other complex civil litigation.

Poindexter focuses her practice on regulatory, investigatory and litigation matters in healthcare and life sciences as well as other government-regulated industries. She represents clients in regulatory enforcement, compliance matters, fraud investigations, internal investigations, due diligence, clinical research compliance, policy and governance issues and emerging legal developments.

Linda Addison, Managing Partner of Norton Rose Fulbright's US member firm, said:

"We stand as a leader in life sciences and healthcare with a track record of obtaining successful results for hospitals, physician groups, medical device manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies. Michael and Carol will provide additional resources to our clients, as both of them are recognized nationally for their regulatory and litigation experience."

Both Poindexter and Koon have represented clients in matters involving the United States Department of Justice, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the Food and Drug Administration.

Yvonne Puig, US Head of Life Sciences, commented:

"With regulatory increases and emerging technologies, the healthcare and life sciences sector faces new legal challenges. We are committed to navigating our clients though these industry changes, and our clients will benefit from the skill and experience that Michael and Carol offer."

Koon, who received his JD from the University of Iowa College of Law and his BA from the University of Iowa, said:

"Norton Rose Fulbright's worldwide resources will allow me to provide clients with a broader range of services, as many pharmaceutical and medical device companies are looking for support on a global level."

Poindexter, who received her JD from the University of Missouri- Kansas City School of Law and her BLA from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, said:

"Norton Rose Fulbright's life sciences and healthcare team have made a name for themselves by handling complex issues and providing effective solutions. I look forward to engaging with its clients and contributing to the group's continued success."

Stephen McNabb, Partner-in-Charge of Norton Rose Fulbright's Washington, DC office, commented:

"Carol and Michael are top-notch lawyers and valuable additions to Norton Rose Fulbright's life sciences and healthcare practice. We are eager to have them share their insight and experience with our clients in the DC office as well as across our global legal practice."

Koon is admitted to practice in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Ohio, and his Washington, DC practice will be supervised by principals of the firm while his application for admission is pending. Poindexter is licensed to practice in Kansas, Missouri and Washington, DC.

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