Nadine N. Williams

Associate | She/Her/Hers

Overview

Nadine Williams is an associate in Crowell & Moring’s Washington, D.C. office, where she practices in the Health Care group. With a profound dedication to her clients, Nadine's practice spans a broad spectrum of responsibilities, prominently featuring the representation of healthcare entities embroiled in complex litigation matters that traverse federal and state jurisdictions. In addition, Nadine provides invaluable guidance to clients within the health industry, offering expert counsel on regulatory, compliance, navigating arbitration proceedings, and exploring alternative dispute resolution avenues.

Nadine's unwavering commitment to her clients permeates every facet of her practice. Nadine's commitment to delivering comprehensive legal solutions is underscored by her unwavering support for clients across the healthcare industry, including premier health insurers who have come to rely on Crowell & Moring as a vital resource in their strategic endeavors.

Before her tenure at Crowell & Moring, Nadine honed her legal skills as an associate at a law firm in Washington, D.C. Her previous experience showcased her abilities in the high-stakes defense of multinational pharmaceutical companies embroiled in multi-district product liability actions. Nadine played a pivotal role in this capacity, contributing foundational research support for crafting case management statements concerning the intricacies of discovery pools, bellwether case selection, and the remand process. Furthermore, she demonstrated her prowess in managing cases within the realm of serial litigation involving pharmaceutical products. Her responsibilities ranged from formulating defense strategies and conducting factual investigations to extensive legal research, drafting pleadings, and managing voluminous discovery requests. Nadine also exhibited her acumen in drafting compelling motions.

Early in her legal career, Nadine garnered invaluable experience as an advocate for clients embroiled in high-conflict family law matters, ranging from contentious divorce proceedings to domestic violence, custody disputes, and property division. Her unwavering commitment to excellence and client advocacy is also reflected in her dedicated pro bono work, where she leverages her prior expertise as a family law attorney to resolve pro bono family law cases within the firm, further demonstrating her dedication to delivering the best possible representation.

Nadine's commitment to public service and client advocacy was evident during her academic pursuits. She served as a Law Clerk at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Division of Enforcement, where she meticulously prepared for litigation in federal and administrative courts and contributed her expertise to ongoing investigations. During her tenure as an Intern at the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Office of Hearings and Appeals, Nadine's responsibilities included drafting orders, findings of fact, and conclusions of law, further illustrating her dedication to serving her clients' best interests. Her significant contributions as a law clerk with the AARP Foundation Litigation Health Team involved conducting critical research to advise the health team on due process and notice concerns related to federal funds. Nadine's commitment to social justice was further evident through her involvement in the Affordable Housing Transactions Clinic at Georgetown University Law Center, where she capably represented clients in multifaceted transactions involving the acquisition of multi-family rental buildings, securing subsequent renovation and rehabilitation loans and imparting essential guidance to board members on corporate responsibilities and the intricacies of building development.

Nadine's dedication to pro bono work extends beyond her academic pursuits. Upon graduating from law school, she earned special recognition through the Pro Bono Pledge, acknowledging her exceptional contributions of over 125 hours of pro bono and community service to fulfill the Georgetown Pro Bono Pledge. Additionally, she was honored with the Dean's Certificate, which celebrated her extraordinary and outstanding service to the Georgetown Law community. She maintains her dedicated role as a mentor, providing invaluable guidance and support to aspiring legal professionals.

Nadine's academic journey underscores her unwavering commitment to excellence. She has a formidable educational background, holding a J.D. and LL.M. from the Georgetown University Law Center, and an M.S. from the Johns Hopkins University School of Education. Her educational foundation is further enriched by her B.A. in Economics and African Studies, earned with distinction at Yale University.

In summation, Nadine Williams is a litigation associate of the highest caliber, celebrated not only for her exceptional legal prowess but also for her unrelenting commitment to her clients' welfare and her dedicated service to the legal community. Her rich educational background, extensive legal experience, and tireless advocacy make her an invaluable asset to the healthcare clients of Crowell & Moring, ensuring that they receive nothing less than the best in legal representation.

Career & Education

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    • Georgetown University Law Center, LL.M., 2019
    • Georgetown University Law Center, J.D., 2017
    • The John Hopkins University School of Education, M.S., 2014
    • Yale University, B.A., with Distinction, 2012
    • Georgetown University Law Center, LL.M., 2019
    • Georgetown University Law Center, J.D., 2017
    • The John Hopkins University School of Education, M.S., 2014
    • Yale University, B.A., with Distinction, 2012
    • District of Columbia
    • Maryland
    • District of Columbia
    • Maryland

Representative Matters

  • Defend multi-national pharmaceutical company in multi-district (MDL) products liability action proceeding in the Middle District of Florida against failure to warn and negligence claims associated with the company’s oral chemotherapy medication.
  • Represent generic drug manufacturer in the Southern District of New York and in an MDL proceeding in the District of New Jersey against allegations that plaintiffs developed cancer from recalled blood pressure medication.
  • Coordinated large-scale discovery effort of products liability pharmaceutical cases spread throughout the state of New Jersey, now centralized for a Multicounty Litigation (MCL).
  • Conducted extensive preparation for depositions of plaintiffs, treating physicians, and other fact witnesses in multi-million-dollar products liability litigation.

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