Brenda A. Sweet

For the past decade, Brenda has successfully implemented this approach in defending products liability claims in both state and federal courts across the country, with particular emphasis on defending pharmaceutical product and medical device manufacturers in complex litigation. Her attention to detail and diligent follow-up have earned acclaim from clients, co-counsel, and firm colleagues.

She co-leads the national counsel team representing a chemotherapy drug manufacturer in the In re Taxotere Products Liability Litigation Multi District Litigation (E.D. La.), the fifth MDL on which she has worked. She also leads defense counsel in developing the strategic plan for preparing cases for trial following remand from a pelvic mesh MDL, and she aggressively pursues discovery from government agencies in opioid-related litigation.

Brenda is involved in every aspect of litigation, from initial pleadings through complex discovery, motion practice, hearings, trial, and settlement.

Brenda is committed to mentoring young associates and promoting mental health awareness and attorney wellness. A native of Northeast Ohio, Brenda and her husband Allan – also an attorney – reside with their daughters in Akron, Ohio. In an effort to maintain life balance, Brenda is an almost-daily hiker in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Summit Metro Parks – even in Northeastern Ohio’s challenging winters.