McDermott capitalises on UPC strength to land DLA Piper partner

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McDermott capitalises on UPC strength to land DLA Piper partner

Rani Mehta
November 08 2024
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Michael Sitzman, a life sciences litigator, explains how McDermott’s busy schedule at the UPC convinced him to join

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