Webcast: FCA Enforcement in 2026: Key Trends and DOJ Initiatives
Webcasts | September 24, 2026
Join our lawyers for a recorded webcast as they analyze key developments in False Claims Act enforcement related to healthcare, government contracting, DEI, financial services, and trade, and offer practical considerations for companies across the range of industries for which the False Claims Act is increasingly at the top of the government’s enforcement agenda.
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PANELISTS:
Jonathan Phillips is a partner in the Washington, D.C. office of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, where he is a member of the firm’s litigation department and Co-Chair of the FDA and Health Care Practice Group and False Claims Act/Qui Tam Defense Practice Group. A former DOJ Trial Attorney, his practice focuses on FDA and health care enforcement, compliance, and litigation, as well as other white collar enforcement matters and related litigation. Mr. Phillips is ranked nationally as a leading False Claims Act practitioner by Chambers USA.
John Partridge, a Co-Chair of Gibson Dunn’s FDA and Health Care Practice Group and Chambers-ranked white collar defense and government investigations lawyer, focuses on government and internal investigations, white collar defense, and complex litigation for clients in the life science and health care industries, among others. John has particular experience with the Anti-Kickback Statute, the False Claims Act, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, including defending major corporations in investigations pursued by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In its rankings, Chambers & Partners has reported that John’s clients regard him as a “smart and strategic tactician,” “incredibly responsive and thorough,” and “extremely knowledgeable.” In 2022, John was recognized by BTI as a Client Service All-Star.
Elizabeth Papez is a former Deputy Assistant Attorney General at the U.S. Department of Justice and partner in Gibson Dunn’s litigation, appellate, and regulatory groups. Elizabeth has expertise litigating high-stakes complex commercial and class actions, appeals, and parallel government enforcement matters. She has successfully led both the defense and prosecution of several high-exposure matters, and has extensive experience working with economic experts and business personnel to craft powerful legal and factual narratives that resonate with courts and regulators.
Lindsay M. Paulin is a partner in the Washington, D.C. office of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher and Co-Chair of the firm’s Government Contracts practice. Lindsay’s clients include contractors and their subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers across a range of industries including aerospace and defense, information technology, professional services, private equity, and healthcare.
Jake M. Shields is a partner in the Washington, D.C. office where he is a member of the Litigation, White Collar, and False Claims Act practice groups. Jake’s practice focuses on government investigations and civil litigation. Jake has particular expertise in the False Claims Act (FCA), but also works on matters in the areas of consumer protection, complex business disputes, and antitrust/competition. Jake has industry expertise in health care, life sciences, government contracting, and financial services.
Jim Zelenay is a partner in the Los Angeles office of Gibson Dunn where he practices in the firm’s Litigation and White Collar Departments. Jim has extensive experience representing clients in high-stakes commercial disputes, and in defending clients in class actions, government regulatory matters, False Claims Act litigation, and other civil and administrative disputes. Jim also has substantial experience in assisting clients with white collar investigations and in responding to government subpoenas.
Michael R. Dziuban is a senior associate in the Washington, D.C. office of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, where he practices in the firm’s litigation department. He represents and counsels clients in white-collar defense and civil enforcement matters, including investigations and lawsuits under the False Claims Act and related state laws. Michael has advised healthcare companies, government contractors, technology companies, and individual executives at various stages of False Claims Act enforcement, engaging with both government agencies and qui tam relators. He has particular experience handling False Claims Act matters for clients participating in federal healthcare programs, including cases involving allegations of the Anti-Kickback Statute and requirements related to coverage for prescription drugs. Additionally, Michael regularly advises clients on corporate compliance matters related to healthcare fraud and abuse laws.
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