The competitive landscape of ANDA litigation has played a significant role in shaping the pharmaceutical industry, showcasing the legal experts who make a substantial impact in this field. Attorneys specializing in ANDA cases are pivotal in protecting the intellectual property of brand-name pharmaceutical companies and defending generic manufacturers seeking market entry. As demand for expertise in this niche area continues to grow, the 2024 ANDA Litigation Intelligence Report highlights the top-performing attorneys who have excelled over the past five years.

Our report analyzed over 1,480 attorneys involved in 1,321 ANDA cases between July 1, 2019, and June 30, 2024. Attorneys were ranked based on their activity levels (number of cases handled) and their performance scores, which reflect their success rates in these litigations.

A Look at the TOP Performers and Most Actives ANDA Attorneys

The top attorneys in ANDA litigation have distinguished themselves through their expertise and ability to navigate complex cases, consistently delivering successful outcomes for their clients. Representing both brand and generic companies, these attorneys set a high benchmark in this high-stakes field. Below is a chart showcasing the top performers and their ranks, providing a clear picture of the legal talent driving the sector.

Attorney	Law Firm	Rank	Category (Overall)	All Cases	Defendant Cases	Plaintiff Cases
Bruce M. Wexler	Paul Hastings	1	Performance	40	1	39
James B. Monroe	Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner	1	Activity	64		64
Michael P. Hogan	Kratz & Barry	2	Performance	37	36	1
David I. Berl	Williams & Connolly	2	Activity	47		47
Dominic Cerrito	Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan	3	Performance	39	1	38
Dmitry V. Shelhoff	Pergament & Cepeda LLP	3	Activity	41	40	1
Eric C. Stops	Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan	4	Performance	34	2	32
Timothy H. Kratz	Kratz & Barry	4	Activity	42	41	1
Dennies Varughese	Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox	5	Activity	36	25	11
Michael J. Gaertner	Locke Lord	6	Performance	43	41	2
William A. Rakoczy	Rakoczy Molino Mazzochi Siwik	7	Performance	32	30	2
Anthony M. Insogna	Jones Day	8	Performance	37		37
Erin McGeehan Sommers	Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner	8	Activity	53		53
Andrew S. Chalson	Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan	9	Performance	28		28
Matthew J. Hertko	Jones Day	10	Performance	24		24
Jeanna M. Wacker	Kirkland & Ellis	10	Activity	48	5	43
Charles B. Klein	Winston & Strawn	11	Performance	30	25	5
Kenneth S. Canfield	Pergament & Cepeda LLP	12	Activity	33	32	2
Jovial Wong	Winston & Strawn	13	Performance	30	26	4
Christopher J. Mandernach	Williams & Connolly	13	Activity	38	1	37
Amy K. Wigmore	Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr	14	Performance	18		18
Lance A. Soderstrom	Katten Muchin Rosenman	14	Activity	37	36	1
Ashley Ross	Kirkland & Ellis	15	Performance	34		34
Frank C. Calvosa	Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan	16	Performance	19		19
Deepro R. Mukerjee	Katten Muchin Rosenman	16	Activity	36	35	1
Christina A. Schwarz	Venable	18	Performance	27		27
Chad J. Peterman	Paul Hastings	19	Performance	19		19
Wendy L. Devine	Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati	19	Activity	31	12	20
Edward David Pergament	Pergament & Cepeda LLP	20	Performance	27	26	1
Nicholas P. Groombridge	Groombridge, Wu, Baughman & Stone LLP	22	Performance	16		16
Josephine Sue Young	Groombridge, Wu, Baughman & Stone LLP	22	Performance	16		16
Edgar H. Haug	Haug Partners	33	Performace	25		25
Samuel T. Lockner	Carlson Caspers Vandenburgh & Lindquist, PA.	58	Performance	13	11	2

Top Attorneys by Activity and Performance

One of the key differentiators of our intelligence report is the performance ranking, based on both the activity of attorneys and their ability to secure favorable outcomes for their clients.

James B. Monroe (Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner) leads the field with the highest activity score, handling 64 cases as a plaintiff. His extensive experience in patent law makes him a prominent figure in the ANDA litigation space.

Bruce M. Wexler (Paul Hastings LLP) secured the highest overall performance score of 99.17%. Known for his expertise in representing brand-name pharmaceutical companies, Wexler has been involved in some of the most complex patent disputes, using his strategic approach to win favorable rulings.

On the defendant side, Timothy H. Kratz (Kratz & Barry LLP) stood out with participation in 41 defendant cases and Michael P. Hogan (Kratz & Barry LLP) achieved the top spot with a performance score of 99.38%, reflecting their success in defending generic manufacturers. Their ability to navigate patent challenges has led to notable victories in ANDA litigation.

The Rising Complexity of ANDA Litigation a nd The Role of Attorneys

The 2024 ANDA Litigation Intelligence Report highlights a resurgence in ANDA filings, with the rate increasing to 22.7 cases per month in 2024, compared to 20.5 in 2021. This rise suggests that ANDA litigation is becoming more intense, driven by increasingly complex patent disputes.

Average Monthly ANDA Filings from July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2024

From 2019 to 2024, we saw significant variability in litigation trends, with case filings peaking in 2020 at 276 cases. While filings slightly declined in 2021, the trend rebounded in 2022 with 263 cases, and 2023 remained stable with 262 cases filed. In the first half of 2024, 136 cases were recorded, indicating steady litigation activity in the sector.

Annual ANDA Filings from July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2024

Attorneys in ANDA litigation go beyond courtroom representation. Their understanding of pharmaceutical patents and negotiation skills can determine whether a generic manufacturer can bring a product to market. Similarly, brand-name pharmaceutical companies rely on their legal teams to safeguard their patents and extend market exclusivity.

The 2024 ANDA Litigation Intelligence Report emphasizes the critical role of top attorneys in shaping the pharmaceutical industry's legal landscape. Whether defending or challenging patents, these attorneys are at the center of some of the most important cases in recent years. Their ability to manage complex litigation and their strategic insights make them indispensable to their clients and key players in the evolving landscape of ANDA litigation.

For a comprehensive analysis and to explore the full rankings of attorneys, law firms, and companies, get your copy of the 2024 ANDA Litigation Intelligence Report today.

Ranking Methodology

Our ranking methodology evaluates the activity, success, and performance of attorneys, law firms, and companies across various intellectual property sub-categories, including ANDA Litigation. We use a proprietary algorithm to calculate each stakeholder's final score from the gathered data, which serves as the foundation for our rankings. Explore our innovative method for analyzing IP data, designed to help you effortlessly gain valuable insights into the ever-evolving intellectual property landscape.