Crowell & Moring Bolsters Health Care Litigation Team with Robbins Hire
Event summary
- Crowell & Moring added Joshua Robbins as a partner in its Orange County office on January 15, 2026.
- Robbins brings extensive trial experience in health care fraud, white-collar crime, and complex litigation.
- The hire follows the firm's August 2025 addition of a 50-attorney health care litigation team from Reed Smith.
- Robbins previously served as an assistant U.S. attorney in the Central District of California.
The big picture
Crowell & Moring's strategic focus on health care litigation reflects the growing complexity of regulatory and fraud-related disputes in the sector. The firm's recent hires and team expansions position it as a key player in a market where high-stakes litigation is becoming increasingly common. The addition of Robbins further strengthens its capabilities in California, a critical region for health care innovation and life sciences.
What we're watching
- Market Positioning
- Whether Crowell & Moring can sustain its rapid expansion in health care litigation amid competitive pressures.
- Regulatory Focus
- How the firm's emphasis on health care fraud cases will impact its client portfolio and case outcomes.
- Talent Retention
- The pace at which Crowell & Moring can integrate high-profile litigators like Robbins into its existing team structure.
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