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I joined Robert DeBry in November 1997 after working as in house counsel for a nutraceutical company where I was in charge of FDA compliance, patent and trademark procurement, and outside litigation.
As the lead attorney for Mass Torts at Robert DeBry & Associates, I have dedicated my career to helping people that have been injured by dangerous drugs and unsafe medical devices. My practice includes complex civil litigation, pharmaceutical and general products liability, multi-district litigation, consumer protection, personal injury, wrongful death, and class action litigation. I have successfully represented clients in claims against pharmaceutical giants such as Bayer, Johnson & Johnson, GlaxoSmithKline and Pfizer as well as medical device manufactures Bard, Boston Scientific, Medtronic, Zimmer, and DePuy.
I am actively representing clients injured by Actos, Avandia, Fosamax, Granuflo, Januvia, Nuvaring, Testosterone replacement therapies, Xarelto, Yasmine, Yaz, and Zofran. She is also pursuing claims against the makers of Metal on Metal Hips (MOM) including Biomet M2a Magnum, DePuy ASR, DePuy Pinnacle, Stryker ABG II, Stryker Rejuvenate, Wright Medical Conserve, and Wright Medical Profemur. In addition, I represent women that have suffered life altering consequences from failed trans-vaginal mesh products, used to treat stress urinary incontinence (leakage of urine during moments of physical activity, such as coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercise) and Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP).
I earned my bachelor’s degree from the University of Utah in 1988 in Political Science and Economics. I completed post-graduate work in Economics before attending law school. I graduated from the University of Idaho, College of Law in 1992 and was admitted to the Utah State Bar that same year.
I am an avid equestrian. I own Quarter Horses and am a member of the American Quarter Horse Association and serve as a board member for the Utah Quarter Horse Association. I enjoy trail riding with my daughter and friends and attending horse shows. During the winter I enjoy watching my son compete in men’s gymnastics.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Defective and Dangerous Products
70%
35 years | 1,000 cases
Medical Malpractice
20%
35 years
Personal Injury
10%
35 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-39%
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Licensed in Utah for 32 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Robert J Debry & Associates
4252 S 700 E, Salt Lake City, UT, 84107-3065
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Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
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I felt she was always there to answer my questions and keep me informed of what was happening on my case.
Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
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Very professional and kind to both me and my family every time we came in. My only complaint would be that I felt she didn't trust me to handle the funds disbursed and I felt she kept pressuring a structured settlement when I really didn't feel that was the best option for me.
Posted by Shirleen | January 21, 2014
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I appreciate everything that Nancy has done for me on the case. She has been very professional as she guided me through this difficult experience.
Posted by calleen | January 21, 2014
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Nancy was very professional and knowledable. she kept me going when i wanted to give up. she is great at what she does!
Posted by Linsay | January 21, 2014
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Nancy and Lori were very excellent to deal with. They were compassionate with my case. Very knowledgeable about my case and would answer any questions anytime or would get back with me within a reasonable amount of time if they did not have the answer right away. I've enjoyed working with them on my ...
Nancy A Mismash's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Nancy Mismash as one of the best dangerous drug and defective medical device attorney’s in the state. She works tirelessly for her clients and makes sure they receive the best possible representation for their complex cases."
"Nancy has worked for me for more than 10 years and continues to operate at the highest level of her discipline as a class action attorney."
"Nancy is an excellent lawyer who works hard for her clients' interests."
"Nancy is an accomplished dangerous drug and defective medical device attorney. She brings years of experience to her clients cases and they are in the very best hands."
"One of the very best class action lawyers anywhere!!"
"Nancy is a remarkable Mass Torts attorney. I have watched her successfully bring together hundreds of cases for clients that have been injured by dangerous drugs and defective medical devices."
Patricia Latulippe
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Jun 01
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Nancy is a smart, no nonsense attorney who gets the job done. She understands the complexity involved in defective and dangerous product cases. Product cases involve not only legal issues but science issues as well. Nancy immerses herself in all important areas of the case so that she can effectively represent her clients. I do not hesitate to refer cases to Nancy knowing that the client will be well taken care of."
"Nancy is a very good class action lawyer and I routinely refer complicated cases to her and thereafter receive positive reports from those I have referred to her. Nancy's also a delightful person and a hard-working attorney. I do not hesitate to recommend her for national class action matters that involve product recalls."
"I have worked with Nancy on several cases. She is effective, professional, and knowledge. She produced great outcomes."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Nancy for many years. She is thorough and professional in her dealings. She is a true advocate for her clients. She is very knowledgeable in her area of expertise and that expertise generates great results for her clients. Steve Sullivan"
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Experience
Honors
2015
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Attorney, Robert J. Derby & Associates
1992 - 1993
Law Clerk, Brown Larson & Holliday
1992 - 1993
In-House Counsel, Neways International
Associations
1998 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1998 - Present
Utah State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Neways v. McCausland
Reversed and remanded. The record persuades us that Neways has made a prima facie showing of specific personal jurisdiction.
Thornock v. Jensen
Reversed and remanded.
Education
1992
University of Idaho College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Utah
BS - Bachelor of Science
1989
University of Utah
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers