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Nan Gallagher

Health care Attorney at Morristown, NJ

5.0   59 reviews
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  • State Years
    New York - NY 8 years
    Dist. of Columbia - DC 8 years
    New Jersey - NJ 21 years
  • Licensed for 8 years
    State NY
    Acquired 2015
    Status
    Currently Registered No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 8 years
    State DC
    Acquired 2015
    Status
    Good Standing No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 21 years
    State NJ
    Acquired 2001
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Nan

Learn Nan’s areas of practice.

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Practice area
  1. Health care
    100%
    professional disciplinary matters; litigation; governmental and private audits; OIG and OIFP investigations; medical staff matters; fair hearings; overpayment investigations; cyber security; online reputation management; employment related counseling; HIPAA and regulatory compliance counseling; advisory opinions; lecturing

    22 years, 4,000 cases

DEDICATED TO THE ADVOCACY OF HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS AND ENTITIES. CALL TODAY!

Nan Gallagher has devoted her career exclusively to the advocacy of healthcare professionals and entities. An accomplished healthcare litigation and administrative attorney, she focuses her practice on licensing, regulatory and credentialing matters in New Jersey and New York, all facets of administrative professional discipline, licensure actions, medical malpractice defense, medical staff/hospital governance matters, general counsel services, state and specialty Medical Society representation, bylaws drafting and analyses, hospital summary suspensions and other fair hearings, hospital investigations, credentialing application services, employment and labor disputes and counseling, NJLAD, governmental and commercial health insurance carrier audits and appeals, billing and coding counseling and disputes, OIG and OIFP investigations, cybersecurity, online persona counseling, ERISA & State appeals and litigations, payer disputes, and HIPAA and regulatory compliance counseling.  She is also a prolific presenter (live and webinar) and article writer/contributor on groundbreaking healthcare related topics affecting licensed professionals within the Tri-State area.  For the better part of two decades, Ms. Gallagher has represented physicians, physician assistants, podiatrists, therapists, dentists, chiropractors, nurses, veterinarians, medical practices, whole medical staffs, residents, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, pharmacies, and laboratories in all phases of licensing, insurance, credentialing, regulatory, compliance, and professional negligence and counseling matters.  

 

Fluent in Spanish, Ms. Gallagher was one of a select few awarded a United States Presidential Fellowship from President Bill Clinton to study law abroad at La Universidad Católica de Valparaíso in Chile. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa and Magna Cum Laude from Fordham University, where she double-majored in English and Spanish. After earning her Juris Doctorate from New York Law School, she served as the Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Mahlon L. Fast, J.S.C. in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Essex County, Civil Division.  

 

Her professional memberships include the New Jersey State Bar Association (Health Law Section), New York State Bar Association, District of Columbia Bar Association, American Health Lawyers Association, Morris County Bar Association, and the Morris County Chamber of Commerce.

 

Ms. Gallagher is admitted to practice in New Jersey, New York, the District of Columbia, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.  Since 2001, Ms. Gallagher has served as a Barrister with the William J. Brennan American Inn of Court, educating and training young lawyers on the hallmarks of professional responsibility and the fundamentals of effective civil litigation.  Annually, she is invited to return to serve as a volunteer judge in the New York Law School Annual Moot Court Competition.   

 

Ms. Gallagher is the Founder of The Nan Gallagher Law Group, LLC, a boutique healthcare law firm with offices in Morristown and Manhattan.  She is honored to have been awared the AVVO Client's Choice in Healthcare Award for 2016 - 2023 and maintains a rating of "10 out of 10" (Superb).  She has been recognized as a New Jersey SuperLawyer from 2017 - 2023 and a National SuperLawyer in 2018.  She serves as General Counsel to multiple medical groups, hospital medical staffs and associations, as well as to the Professional Assistance Program of New Jersey.  She also serves as the Chief Operating Officer, Certification Coordinator and General Counsel for the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry, a national physician certifying board. 

 

Awards

Client's Choice 2023,2022,2021,2020,2019,2018,2017,2016
Client's Choice
2023 2022 2021 + 5 ...

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Reviews

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Client's Choice 2023
Client's Choice
Client's Choice is an Avvo award granted to attorneys with a significant number of client reviews over 4 stars in a given year.
Posted by Louis | January 7, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Physican MD CEO
Ms. Gallagher has been an excellent attorney and represents my company extremely well! She is always available and she provides the necessary resources the company needs in a timely fashion!
Posted by Kenya | January 3, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent!!!
Nan and her team go above and beyond every single time. She has helped with employment issues, drafting contracts, estate planning and given some very sage advice on personal legal questions as well. Her Scepter plan is worth 10 times the annual premium! She is extremely responsive via phone and text. I highly recommend Nan and the rest of her firm.
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Posted by Natasha | January 3, 2021
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Amazing!!!!
I don't even where to start. There comes once in a lifetime when you meet a lawyer who goes above and beyond and Nan Gallagher is such a lawyer. She is a person even before a lawyer and that makes such a huge difference. Please call her and verify for yourself. Another thing that I really appreciated is how kind and calm she is. When you feel like your lawyer really understands what you are talking about and goes above and beyond and helps then that lawyer will most likely help you win your case. Call her and thank me later.
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Posted by Jondavid | January 3, 2021
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Private Medical Practice
I met Nan through a colleague - I since hired her to be available for my own practice. She has already ensured my HIPAA and OSHA policies are up-to-date, and is always available. She returns calls promptly and makes my life as a private practitioner more manageable.
Posted by Stuart | January 3, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Nan Gallagher review
I have used Nan as my attorney for my podiatric practice for the past 4 years. She has a wealth in a broad range of practice issues including contracts and HIPPA requirements. I would highly recommend Nan without reservation.
Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2020
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Jane Sofair MD
Ms. Gallagher has provided consistently excellent advice in a timely manner. She understands the current pressures of healthcare and allows her clients to feel well-represented.
Posted by anonymous | February 4, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent Healthcare Attorney
I have worked with Nan on a professional level for years through both my state association and for professional work for my consulting firm. Very professional, thorough and personable. Highly recommend
Posted by anonymous | February 2, 2020
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Extremely Helpful and Caring
I consulted Nan Gallagher for assistance in filing a medical permit application. Her office staff was cordial, and she was able to answer my questions and alleviate any concerns quickly and professionally. I would highly recommend Nan Gallagher and plan to consult her myself for any future medical legal needs.
Posted by John | January 30, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Diligent Professional and Dependable
I have been using Nan Gallagher for years. She has always done a fantastic job and has never let me down. I highly recommend her and her team!
Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2020
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Eased my mind
I consulted with Nan on an important licensing matter. Her ability to listen intently, ask prudent questions and make me feel comfortable regarding the consultation was strategic to my decision to selecting her for future litigation. Ms Gallagher is knowledgeable and placed me at ease, carefully spelling out what I needed to know to make an intelligent decision. This is the type of individual you want in your corner.
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Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2023
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Chief Nursing Officer
Nan always responds to requests for policies and/or guidance and does so in a timely manner. I use her as a resource and counselor when creating policies and monitoring adherence to policies to avoid legal consequences with staff or patients. She has advised us specifically but not limited to HIPAA and OSHA requirements as well as unruly provider behavior and legal matters regarding IT.
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Posted by Mark | January 12, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
A bulldog. A winner !
I hired Nan to both represent my medical practice, plus to represent an organization, American Board Of Medical Specialties In Podiatry (ABMSP, where I am on the Board Of Directors. Ms. Gallagher is a bulldog, that works 24/7 for you. She goes way beyond what she is paid for. She does extra work and spends extra time on your case, without blinking an eyelash. Ms Gallagher, makes one feel comfortable, talking with her. She listens to what you say. Gives her opinion, listens to what you say and then gives you the option of following her opinion or pursuing the case the way the client wants. Ms. Gallagher has and is not ashamed to use outside resources to help ones case, if necessary. She is not scared of a challenge, but rather relishes the competition. A lawyer one should want on their side! A winner !!!
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Posted by Karen | January 6, 2023
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| Hired Attorney
Outstanding service for contract negotiation
Nan made me feel supported when she assisted me with contract negotiation for a new job. She understood nuances that I would not have thought to look for and helped me approach signing a new contract with confidence. She was very responsive with her services and was able to get the job done in a timely and thorough fashion. I recently recommended her to my husband, also a physician, for his contract negotiation, and he has also been impressed with her attention to detail.
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Posted by Steven | January 2, 2023
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| Consulted Attorney
True Professional
Nan is always the top professional in any room. Her advice is always clear and accurate. She listens to her client's concerns and addresses them in a clear and concise manner. The utmost professional!
Posted by Bruce | January 2, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Best lawyer, I ever had
Nan Gallagher took over my case at a very difficult time. Due to a severe health issue, I had been unable to find a solution to closing or selling my medical practice. She was very responsive and able to find me a buyer for my practice. She said I could contact her at any time and was there for me. In my mind, she went above and beyond and treated me like family. I would highly recommend her and her firm to anyone in need of legal aid.
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Posted by Warren | February 18, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Really looks out for her physician clients!
I hired Nan Gallagher to look at a contract I had been sent for a new healthcare consulting opportunity. It was 17 pages of "legalize" and, although I have become pretty proficient at reviewing things for myself, I really needed help for this one! I sent the document to Nan and within 2 days she reached out to me to let me know that she did not have any issues with it and it looked fine to her. This gave me the confidence to be able to sign on. I would recommend Nan Gallagher to any doc looking for legal advice.
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Posted by Joseph Ranieri D.O. | February 18, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Dr. Joseph Ranieri D.O.
5 star review! As a physician and the constant changing environment of the laws and the volatile situation surround all aspects medical-legal environment today, I am very protected with the Nan Gallagher law firm. Her firm not only keeps me updated on the changing of the laws, they negotiate and have created my contacts, reviews contracts, advised me on ethical and medical- legal dilemma’s, issues with the Dea and created my exit letter with a positive outcome. The Nan Gallagher firm is always responding in a timely manner and always has a solution to my issue or answers to my questions. If you want to feel protected I recommend this firm.
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Posted by Catherine | February 16, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Great healthcare lawyer
Nan Gallagher has been extremely professional and easy to work with. Her passion for helping physicians and her dedication to her clients are commendable.
Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Psychologist/business owner
I can't say enough regarding my work with Nan Gallagher. I hired her and her firm to work on a complicated behavioral health merger. She has been available when I needed her, effective and efficient with her input, nothing but professional and extremely knowledgeable, and an advocate for me and my organization. I recommend Nan and her organization without any hesitation and would hire her again should I have the need.
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Posted by Laura | January 7, 2022
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Fabulous
We hired Nan as our medical staff attorney. She has provided excellent legal service to us that has kept us out of many problematic situations. She is readily available when we have questions or issues and is extremely knowledgable. Highly recommend!
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Cost

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  • Retainer Always
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • General Counsel
  • Hackettstown Medical Center Medical Staff
  • 2020 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • Newton Medical Center Medical Staff
  • 2020 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • RWJ University Hospital Somerset Medical Staff
  • 2020 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Addiction Medicine
  • 2020 - Present
  • Founder
  • The Nan Gallagher Law Group
  • 2019 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • New Jersey Psychiatric Association
  • 2018 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society
  • 2017 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • New Jersey Association of Osteopathic Physicians & Surgeons
  • 2017 - Present
  • Faculty Member
  • Academy of Continuing Podiatric Medical Education
  • 2017 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • Hackensack Meridian Health Palisades Medical-Dental Staff
  • 2015 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • CarePoint Hoboken University Medical Center Medical-Dental Staff
  • 2013 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • Morristown Medical Center Medical-Dental Staff
  • 2012 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • Professional Assistance Program of New Jersey
  • 2012 - Present
  • General Counsel
  • St. Clare's Hospital Medical Staff
  • 2021 - 2022
  • General Counsel
  • Chilton Medical Center Medical Staff
  • 2018 - 2021
  • Partner
  • Gallagher Campanella LLC
  • 2017 - 2019
  • Director of Healthcare
  • The Beinhaker Law Firm
  • 2016 - 2017
  • Of Counsel
  • Campanella Law Office
  • 2016 - 2017
  • Counsel
  • Kern Augustine, PC
  • 2012 - 2016
  • Senior Associate
  • Morrison Mahoney, LLP
  • 2011 - 2012
  • Senior Associate
  • Vasios Kelly & Strollo
  • 2010 - 2011
  • Senior Associate
  • Hardin Kundla McKeon & Poletto
  • 2003 - 2010
  • Associate
  • Ruprecht Hart & Weeks, LLP
  • 2002 - 2003
  • Judicial Law Clerk - Hon. Mahlon Fast, JSC
  • Superior Court Of Nj Law Division
  • 2001 - 2002
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Education

  • New York Law School
  • Juris Doctorate
  • 2001
  • Fordham University
  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
  • 1998

Legal Cases

  • Estate of Cordero v. Christ Hospital
  • Published Opinion setting forth the standard for apparent agency liability in New Jersey hospitals
  • Shehaiber v. UMDNJ
  • Published Opinion: Successful appeal affirming the duty of care and rights of EMTs

Associations

  • Morris County Chamber of Commerce
  • Member
  • 2016 - Present
  • Morris County Bar Association
  • 2009 - Present
  • William J. Brennan Jr. American Inn of Court
  • Barrister
  • 2002 - Present
  • New Jersey Bar Association
  • 2001 - Present
  • American Bar Association
  • 2001 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Client's Choice Award
  • AVVO
  • 2021
  • SuperLawyer - Healthcare
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2020
  • Client's Choice Award
  • AVVO
  • 2020
  • SuperLawyer - Healthcare
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2019
  • Client's Choice Award
  • AVVO
  • 2019
  • SuperLawyer - Heathcare
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2018
  • Client's Choice Award
  • AVVO
  • 2018
  • Client's Choice Award
  • AVVO
  • 2017
  • SuperLawyer - Healthcare
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2017
  • Client's Choice Award
  • AVVO
  • 2016
  • National Collegiate Honor Society
  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • 1998
  • National Collegiate Jesuit Honor Society
  • Alpha Sigma Nu
  • 1996
  • U.S. Presidential Fellowship
  • National Security Education Program
  • 1996
  • National Collegiate Foreign Language Honor Society
  • Alpha Mu Gamma
  • 1995
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Publications

  • GCHealthLaw.com
  • "In the Trenches: My Year of Conducting Mock Agency Inspections"
  • 2018
  • ED Legal Letter
  • Will Supervising Emergency Physician be Dismissed or Found Liable, if PA is Sued?
  • 2017
  • ED Legal Letter
  • Patient's Signature on AMA Form Won't Stop Successful Lawsuit
  • 2016
  • ED Legal Letter
  • Should Emergency Physician Reject Malpractice Attorney Assigned by Carrier?
  • 2015
  • ED Legal Letter
  • What Did Transferring Emergency Physician Tell Receiving Emergency Physician? If Bad Outcome Occurs, Stories May Differ
  • 2015
  • Physician Risk Management
  • Claims Involving Outpatient Care Increasing: MDs Often Unaware of Actual Legal Risks
  • 2014
  • Physician Risk Management
  • Claims are Alleging Failure to Monitor Surgical Patients: More Providers Sharing Responsibility - and Liability
  • 2014
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Speaking Engagements

  • NJMGMA CME Webinar
  • "Hiring & Firing: A Risky Business" (CME)
  • 2017
  • Power of the Purse Podcast - Featured Speaker Nan Gallagher, Esq.
  • Power of the Purse Podcast - Featured Speaker Nan Gallagher, Esq.
  • 2017
  • Morristown Medical Center Medical Staff Presentation
  • "The Physician-Patient Relationship: Pitfalls & Proper Documentation" (CME)
  • 2017
  • Webinar
  • "Is Your Practice HIPAA Compliant?" (CME)
  • 2016
  • FHMC Legal Grand Rounds
  • "Medical Professional Liability"
  • 2016
  • SUNY Downstate Medical Center Legal Grand Rounds
  • "Improving Your Prognosis"
  • 2016
  • SPUH Legal Grand Rounds
  • "Improving Your Prognosis"
  • 2016
  • SUNY Downstate Medical Center Legal Grand Rounds
  • "Physician Licensure"
  • 2016
  • NJPMS "Nine & Dine" CME Event
  • "Hiring & Firing: A Risky Business" (CME)
  • 2016
  • Annual Meeting - CME Event
  • "Legal Issues: Office Managers & Physicians" (CME)
  • 2016
  • Annual Meeting - CME Event
  • "Past, Present & Future: Medical Assistant as a Key Member of the Medical Team" (CME)
  • 2016
  • DCMS CME Dinner
  • "Anti-Kickback Issues & Practice Audits" (CME)
  • 2016
  • SPUH Legal Grand Rounds
  • "Medical Records & Reimbursement"
  • 2015
  • SPUH Legal Grand Rounds
  • "The Physician-Patient Relationship"
  • 2015
  • Informational Teleconference
  • Discussion of the "Premier Podiatric Plan"
  • 2015
  • NJSPS CME Event
  • What to Do Before and After the Knock on Your Door - Single Room Surgical Practices" (CME)
  • 2014
  • NJPMS CME Conference
  • "Professional Liability & Risk Management Issues" (CME)
  • 2014
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Attorney endorsements

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Given (12)
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Health care Attorney | Mar 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Nan has focused her practice on Health Care and is keenly up to date on legal matters impacting physicians. She advocates for her clients while establishing an excellent rapport with her adversaries to resolve difficult problems."
Health care Attorney | Jan 17
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Nan is an expert healthcare attorney with strong dedication to her clients. She knows how to work with the both the law and administrative systems to achieve results and advocate strongly."
Health care Attorney | Jan 17
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Nan is one of the most professional and prepared attorneys I have come across. She is my go-to source for all things healthcare related."
Health care Attorney | Nov 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Nan is an excellent lawyer. She is a dedicated professional who is knowledgeable about the law and she has the highest integrity."
Health care Attorney | Nov 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I strongly endorse Nan Gallagher-Auferio. Nan is a professional and an expert in her craft. I call her whenever I have Healthcare or Medical Malpractice questions. Nan's insight, guidance and recommendations are invaluable."
Health care Attorney | Oct 24
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have had the pleasure to collaborate with Nan. She is conscientious, goal-driven and a strong advocate for her clients. I look forward to the opportunity to with her again!"
Health care Attorney | Oct 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Health care Attorney | Oct 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Nan has always demonstrated tremendous aptitude and creativity under a variety of high pressure and sensitive circumstances. I would recommend her legal skills without reservation."
Health care Attorney | Oct 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Health care Attorney | Oct 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Nan is an excellent attorney and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone. She is extremely bright, professional and hard-working. She is a tough litigator and her clients are very fortunate to have her on their side."
Litigation Attorney | Oct 17
Relationship: Co-worker
"I have worked with Nan for 5 years and can attest to her hard work and dedication to her clients. Her experience litigating matters is extensive, particularly in the field of medical malpractice. Over the years I have seen her settle difficult matters and take to trial tough cases that most other attorneys would shy away from. She is fearless and the definition of a zealous advocate to her clients."
Health care Attorney | Oct 14
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have the highest admiration and respect for Nan as an attorney of superior qualification and skill. We have worked together on many matters wherein I needed a zealous litigator to compliment my transactional work for my clients. Nan is always the first health care litigator I reach out to for such matters."
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