The National Law Journal Names Arnold & Porter Partner Among Washington, DC's 40 Rising Stars

WASHINGTON, DC -- September 19, 2014 -- The National Law Journal (NLJ) has selected Arnold & Porter LLP partner Vernessa Pollard as one of Washington, DC's 2014 Rising Stars.  According to the NLJ, the list "spotlights 40 private, government and public interest advocacy attorneys - each 40 or under - who are leaders in the law."

Ms. Pollard was recognized for her work on behalf of clients such as medical device manufacturers and cosmetics companies on U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and investigations.  She was also recognized for her representation of private-equity firms on FDA regulatory due diligence and compliance issues in the context of mergers and acquisitions.

In addition, Ms. Pollard has counseled clients on FDA issues that include clinical research, advertising and safety for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics and mobile medical applications and Health IT.