An experienced litigator and advisor, Lorinda helps clients resolve compliance concerns, government investigations and disputes, both in and out of court.
Lorinda is the Office Managing Partner of the firm's 60-lawyer Austin office and a member of the firm's Healthcare, Life Sciences and Education industry teams. In addition to defending companies, institutions and individuals in government investigations and litigation, she often serves as outside general counsel charged with developing legal strategies, conducting risk assessments, training on compliance issues and providing guidance for related employment matters.
For nearly 25 years, Lorinda has drawn on her litigation experience to advise and represent clients both in and out of the courtroom. Lorinda began working in the healthcare field early in her career, defending clients in malpractice lawsuits and medical board actions, and now regularly represents healthcare industry clients in a variety of contexts, including False Claims Act, Texas Medicaid Fraud Prevention Act, and qui tam related investigations and lawsuits, audits, and in business disputes in state and federal court. She uses this experience to advise and train on a variety of compliance issues, including HIPAA compliance. Her experience in healthcare has also led to the education field, including a focus on the legal challenges faced in academic medicine.
Lorinda values the opportunity to help clients improve their compliance and solve their legal challenges so they can focus on moving their business forward.