Michael Vives
About Michael Vives
Michael Vives is a Senior Associate at King & Spalding in New York, specializing in complex litigation matters for pharmaceutical and medical device clients. He has a background in English Literature and law, with previous experience at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP and Pepper Hamilton LLP.
Work at King & Spalding
Michael Vives currently serves as a Senior Associate at King & Spalding in New York, New York. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the firm's expertise in complex litigation matters. His role involves defending industry-leading companies in various legal challenges, including product liability and consumer fraud litigation. Vives provides strategic counsel to clients, leveraging his extensive background in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors.
Previous Experience at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Prior to joining King & Spalding, Michael Vives worked as an Associate at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP for 10 months in the Greater New York City Area from 2019 to 2020. In this role, he gained valuable experience in complex legal matters, further enhancing his litigation skills and understanding of the legal landscape.
Education and Expertise
Michael Vives earned his Bachelor's Degree in English Literature from Villanova University, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. He later attended Villanova University School of Law, obtaining his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from 2011 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal practice, particularly in advising clients in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries.
Background in Pharmaceutical Law
Vives has extensive experience advising pharmaceutical and medical device clients on risk mitigation strategies related to product promotion and adverse event reporting. His work includes providing counsel on government price reporting and navigating complex regulatory environments. He has also been involved in government investigations and qui tam litigation, showcasing his comprehensive understanding of the legal challenges faced by his clients.
Experience at Pepper Hamilton LLP
Michael Vives previously worked at Pepper Hamilton LLP, where he held multiple roles. He served as a Summer Associate from 2012 to 2013 and later as an Associate from 2014 to 2019 in the Greater Philadelphia Area and New York, New York. During his time at Pepper Hamilton, he developed his litigation skills and gained insights into various legal practices, which he applies in his current role.