Reed Smith Retail & Consumer Goods

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Our Retail and Consumer Goods diagonal is a multi-disciplinary team of experienced lawyers from many different practice groups, including corporate, trade, real estate, IP, technology, employment, data protection, competition, advertising, media, regulatory, finance, global disputes, transportation, and health care. Within this team, recognized experience meets unwavering dedication to serving clients in the retail and consumer goods sector. With dedicated subsectors focusing on: Food and Beverage; Restaurants and Food Services; Beauty, Fashion and Luxury Brands; Retail Pharmacy and Health Clinics; and Consumer Goods, we advise clients across the spectrum of retail and consumer goods businesses, from well-known retail giants and multinational conglomerates to franchises, local boutiques, chain stores, e-commerce traders and various other retail-focused companies. We possess a deep understanding of the commercial and legal challenges encountered throughout the retail and commercial life cycle. Our services include day-to-day support through to strategic transactions and bet-the-company litigation, ensuring our clients receive practical and proactive legal guidance at every stage of their operations.

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Industry: Legal Services
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Founded: 1877

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Reed Smith is proud to continue its support of the Food and Drug Law Institute (FDLI) as a Diamond Sponsor of FDLI’s 2026 Annual Conference, taking place May 6–7, 2026, in Washington, D.C., and virtually - https://lnkd.in/eAESB9Y2 This year's program features more than 30 sessions and 100 distinguished speakers. Reed Smith Partner Sarah Thompson Schick, JD, MS will present during a session titled "AI, Devices, and Drug Development: Model Behavior in Medical Products," exploring AI policy, NAMs, and digital tools across drug development and device regulation. In addition to Sarah's presentation, several Reed Smith partners will be in attendance, including Rebecca (Becca) Jones McKnight, Cori Goldberg, and Sung Park.
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We’re pleased to share our Retail & Consumer Goods Diagonal’s 2025 Year in Review, highlighting another impactful year supporting clients across a dynamic and evolving sector. We look forward to continuing to support our clients with practical, forward-thinking guidance in 2026.

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Last week, our partners Keri Bruce, Carolyn Rosenberg, and associate Liz Taylor had the pleasure of attending the 13th Annual Forum on Cosmetics & Personal Care Products in New York! The event was a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore emerging trends, and discuss the latest regulatory developments shaping the cosmetics and personal care sector. Our team is proud to support clients navigating this dynamic industry, providing insights that help them stay ahead in an ever-evolving marketplace.
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Carolyn Rosenberg will be presenting with Kenneth Hegel Jr. of EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants at the 13th Annual Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance Forum on Cosmetics & Personal Care Products on March 13th - https://lnkd.in/eSKDFAyP Their session, “Risk Management and Insurance in Cosmetics: Shifting Liability and Preparing for Enforcement,” will explore how companies can leverage insurance, contracts, and risk allocation to manage legal, financial, and reputational exposure under MoCRA. Insurance Recovery Group's Liz Taylor and Reed Smith Entertainment and Media Industry Group Keri Bruce will also be joining the Forum.
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In Law360's recent article: "5 Advertising Law Trends That Will Shape 2026", Jason Gordon, Kayleigh Ristuben, and Johannes Alvarez-Rivero discussed five advertising law trends that are expected to influence regulatory and litigation priorities in 2026. The article provides an overview of developments affecting advertisers, including changes in enforcement activity, scrutiny of digital and technology-driven advertising practices, and evolving expectations around substantiation and consumer protection. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ekwZnjfp #AdvertisingLaw #RegulatoryTrends #AdTechCompliance #DataPrivacy

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Reed Smith LLP advised Liberty Bar and Restaurant Group on restructuring of TGI Fridays Team: Sakil Suleman, Linton Bloomberg, Bhav Parekh, Alex Pierce Read full news here: https://lnkd.in/gqFeG2eg #reedsmith #libertybarandrestaurantgroup #tgifridays #restructuring #prepackadministration #hospitalityindustry #legalera
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Tallat Hussain was recently quoted in Sourcing Journal's article: "AI's Green Dilemma", sharing her thoughts on the environmental impact of AI growth, AI's potential for sustainability, and balancing AI's benefits and environmental costs. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/enAJna-m. #AISustainability #SustainableFashion #GenerativeAI #AIEnvironmentalImpact #AIandClimateChange

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We are pleased to announce that Jason Gordon has been invited to serve on the Food and Drug Law Institute (FDLI)'s 2026 Food Advertising, Labeling, and Litigation Conference Planning Committee. This prestigious appointment reflects Jason’s deep subject-matter expertise and industry recognition in food and beverage regulation, marketing, and litigation trends!

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Today marks an important milestone for Reed Smith as we introduce our redesigned website and the debut of our refreshed visual brand identity. The new site offers clear pathways to information and insights. Whether accessing our global capabilities, exploring industry-focused thought leadership, or connecting with the right professionals across our global network, clients and visitors will experience a platform designed for efficiency, clarity, and ease of use. Our refreshed visual identity reflects the modern, global, and forward-looking character of our firm. Discover what’s new at https://lnkd.in/ecz3S7M9

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As 2025 comes to a close, several members of the Reed Smith FDA Regulatory Team -- Cori Goldberg, Sung Park, Elliott Race, JD, MSN, Taber Rueter, and Nikita Bazaj -- have observed a notable uptick in U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspection and enforcement activities across the food, drug, device, and cosmetic industries. In their latest analysis of FDA inspections and enforcement in 2025, these team members examine key developments, including a higher frequency of enforcement actions, AI-driven targeting of inspection priorities, heightened oversight of foreign manufacturers, and practical next steps to help ensure manufacturing systems remain fully compliant with current regulations. Click here to read the full client alert: https://lnkd.in/g3FCvuYt

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