Government Litigation

Many cases in which Doug Smith has been involved have included claims brought by government entities.  For example, Doug has:

Represented a consumer product manufacturer in nationwide litigation involving consumer fraud claims brought by multiple state governments. 

Participated in nationwide litigation and arbitration proceedings against state government entities regarding disputed payments under the tobacco Master Settlement Agreement.

Represented a defendant holding company in a RICO action brought by the U.S. Department of Justice seeking billions of dollars from various tobacco manufacturers, obtaining voluntary dismissal.