Philadelphia , PA

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Motley Rice has a strong presence in Philadelphia, a city with one of the nation’s most dynamic legal landscapes. Built on collaboration, we work alongside co-counsel to tackle high-stakes litigation in state and federal courts. Our resources, litigation strategy and courtroom experience help maximize case outcomes and drive meaningful results for individual cases and for mass torts.

Navigating Pennsylvania’s Legal Landscape 

Our Philadelphia presence offers key advantages in Pennsylvania courts:

• Mass Torts & Complex Litigation – The Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas is known for its efficient handling of complex litigation, particularly through its Mass Tort Program. This specialized program streamlines product liability, pharmaceutical and environmental cases, providing a structured process for large-scale litigation.
• Federal & Multidistrict Litigation – The Eastern District of Pennsylvania (EDPA) is a critical federal jurisdiction for MDLs, consumer protection claims, and securities fraud cases.

The Eastern District of Pennsylvania (EDPA) and Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas (PCCP) provide a strategic environment for litigating complex cases. By leveraging both state and federal courts in Philadelphia we strengthen our mission to successfully fight for justice on behalf our clients.

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Meet the Team: 

• Mike Daly
• Daniel R. Lapinski
• Joshua M. Neuman
• Michael J. Quirk
• Josey M. Richards
• Alexandra A. Stulpin 

Practice Areas

Our focus is plaintiff-driven litigation, advocating for those harmed by corporate negligence, misconduct, and environmental harm. Our casework includes, but isn’t limited to:

• Medical Drugs + Devices: Holding medical manufacturers accountable for patient safety.
• Toxic Torts: Holding corporations accountable for toxic exposures affecting communities and individuals at home and work.
• Sex Abuse Litigation: Advocating for survivors of childhood sexual abuse and human trafficking that was overlooked or ignored by institutions.

Leading the Charge in Major Litigation

Motley Rice is at the forefront of significant legal battles in Philadelphia and surrounding areas:

• Asbestos MDL 875 – Motley Rice co-founding member Joe Rice currently serves as an active member of the Plaintiffs’ Land-Based Steering Committee, one of the largest and most complex multidistrict litigations in the U.S., involving thousands of individual claims related to asbestos exposure.
• GLP-1 RA Litigation (filed in the EDPA) – As co-lead counsel, the firm represents individuals affected by GLP1-RA drugs such as Mounjaro, Ozempic and Wegovy, we’re leading the charge in the growing litigation surrounding these weight-loss and diabetes drugs, holding manufacturers accountable for harm caused to consumers.
• Paraquat Litigation (filed in the PCCP) – Co-lead counsel Advocating for victims harmed by the toxic herbicide Paraquat, securing justice for chemical exposure.
• Johnson & Johnson / Ethicon Hernia Mesh MCLs (filed in New Jersey) – As co-lead counsel for this multicounty litigation (MCL), we continue to advocate for those affected by defective hernia mesh products. 

Co-counsel with us

Looking for knowledgeable co-counsel in Pennsylvania? Whether you need local counsel, a conference space or a nationally recognized litigation team, Motley Rice is ready to help at every stage of litigation – from the initial filing to the courtroom, negotiating table and when necessary, on appeal. We focus on strengthening complex cases through collaborative co-counsel relationships.

Let’s Build Stronger Cases – Together 

Contact us today to see how we can collaborate and achieve meaningful results for your clients.

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