Brian P. Cadigan

Recognized five times as a Southern California Rising Star, Brian is known not only for his strategic acumen but also for his ability to connect with witnesses, judges, and juries. He brings deep emotional intelligence and an authentic, grounded approach that helps simplify even the most technical scientific or legal concepts into clear, common-sense narratives that just make sense.

Brian has defended a wide range of products – from hernia mesh, transvaginal slings, and breast implants to helmets, planes, trains, industrial equipment, and consumer products – alleged to have caused severe injuries, ranging from cancer to catastrophic brain injuries. He has played pivotal roles in bellwether mass tort trials, including one of the country’s largest MDLs with more than 17,000 cases, and has drafted and argued dispositive motions that have resulted in major wins.

Brian also has specific experience with, and a keen interest in, tax litigation, toxic tort actions, breach of contract cases, California Proposition 65 matters, False Claims Act allegations, and qui tam actions.

Clients turn to Brian in complex, high-value cases because he crafts effective legal strategies and prepares their defenses relentlessly. He advocates on their behalf with credibility and confidence, and uses his emotional intelligence to deliver results.

Outside the courtroom, Brian regularly publishes and speaks on developments in products liability litigation and serves on the Steering Committee for the DRI Drug and Medical Device Committee.