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Hunter Shkolnik
Partner | Napoli Shkolnik
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"Knowing that money is going to those communities that they were pretty much laughing at during the course of the trial. These are all things that make you realize you’re doing some good."
Hunter J. Shkolnik is a distinguished attorney renowned for his expertise in mass tort litigation, particularly in environmental, pharmaceutical, and medical device cases. As a partner at Napoli Shkolnik, he leads discovery and trial teams, managing complex litigations that have resulted in settlements exceeding $60 billion.
Mr. Shkolnik’s legal career is marked by significant leadership roles, including serving on settlement committees for high-profile litigations such as the Johnson & Johnson Talc/Red River Bankruptcy Torts Creditors Committee, National Opioid Litigation, and the Flint Water Litigation. His contributions have been instrumental in achieving substantial settlements that address public health crises and environmental injustices.
Beyond his litigation practice, Mr. Shkolnik is a founding board member of the Trial Lawyers of Puerto Rico (TLPR), a trade association dedicated to uniting top trial lawyers to share expertise and build partnerships within the Puerto Rican community. He is also a sought-after lecturer, sharing his insights on topics such as mass tort settlements, state-federal coordination, and professionalism in multidistrict litigation.
His dedication to the legal profession is further demonstrated through his active involvement in various legal associations, from the New York State Trial Lawyers to the Nassau County Bar Association, where he has held officer positions and chaired multiple committees. Mr. Shkolnik’s commitment to mentoring young lawyers and providing them with trial experience underscores his belief in the importance of nurturing the next generation of legal professionals.
Contributions
The True Cost of Healthcare Savings: Cost-Cutting by Insurance Companies Disadvantages Patients
As the cost of providing medical care has increased dramatically in recent years, some healthcare providers resorted to overcharging insurers for out-of-network care needed for emergencies or specialized treatment. To purportedly control such costs, insurers turned to data analytics firm... Read More
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Experience and Expertise
Qualifications
Timeline
- Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, University of Massachusetts (1982)
- Juris Doctor, Yeshiva University Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (1985)
- Admitted to the New York (1986), New Jersey (1985), and Wisconsin (2018) State Bars
Practice Areas
Environmental Litigation
34%
Pharmaceutical Litigation
33%
Medical Device Litigation
33%
- New York State Trial Lawyers Association
- Nassau County Bar Association
- Suffolk County Bar Association
- American Association for Justice (AAJ)
- Trial Lawyers of Puerto Rico (TLPR)
- Law360’s 2020 Editorial Advisory Boards: Trials
- Law360’s 2021 Product Liability Advisory Board
- $12.5 Billion Settlement with 3M Company:
- Achieved a historic settlement addressing PFAS contamination in drinking water systems nationwide.
- $1.85 Billion Settlement in National Opioid Litigation:
- Played a pivotal role in securing funds to address the opioid crisis’s impact on communities.
- Flint Water Crisis Settlement:
- Contributed to a $600 million settlement for residents affected by lead-contaminated water in Flint, Michigan.
- $650 Million Pharmaceutical Settlement:
- Aided clients in compensation for their bleeding injuries caused by the blood thinner Pradaxa.
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