In a leadership shake-up Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP has named Amanda Zablocki as the co-leader of its Healthcare industry team. Based in New York, Zablocki joins forces with Eric Klein to steer the firm’s extensive healthcare practice, which boasts over 230 attorneys across the United States. This appointment comes as Sheppard Mullin continues to expand its healthcare law capabilities, having added 15 new healthcare partners nationwide over the past year.
Sheppard Mullin’s healthcare practice is renowned for its comprehensive coverage, operating from all 12 of the firm’s U.S. offices. Under Eric Klein’s leadership, the practice has evolved into a full-service entity, addressing every facet of the healthcare industry. This includes locations in major cities like California, Texas, Chicago, Washington, D.C., and New York. The firm has advised on some of the most groundbreaking transactions and regulatory frameworks in the sector.
Eric Klein, co-leader of the Healthcare Team, expressed his enthusiasm for Zablocki’s appointment, stating: “As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, so does our practice, and I am proud to have Amanda lead our team with me. Amanda is widely respected by clients for her keen industry insights, broad expertise and her ability to solve complex problems. We have worked together for many years, and we share the same vision for the future of the firm’s healthcare practice.”
Zablocki is a trusted advisor to a diverse range of healthcare organizations, including hospital systems, health plans, and healthcare technology companies. Her expertise spans strategic transactions such as mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and value-based enterprises. With a background in litigation, she often leverages this experience to provide strategic advice during governmental investigations and pre-litigation disputes.
Luca Salvi, Chair of Sheppard Mullin, highlighted Zablocki’s unique skill set, noting that she is well-positioned to lead the firm’s multidisciplinary healthcare team alongside Eric Klein. Zablocki herself expressed her honor in working with Klein, emphasizing the team’s commitment to guiding healthcare clients through an ever-changing legal landscape.
Beyond her professional achievements, Zablocki is recognized for her community leadership. She co-founded Sheppard Mullin’s Women in Healthcare Leadership Collaborative, an initiative supporting women professionals in healthcare and life sciences. Zablocki has also been a champion for women in the legal industry, previously serving as Co-Chair of the New York Women Lawyers’ Group. Additionally, she has played a pivotal role in recruiting and developing the next generation of lawyers at Sheppard Mullin.
