Bass, Berry & Sims recently added Kelly Hightower Hibbert to its Washington, D.C. office, strengthening the firm’s capabilities at the intersection of healthcare litigation, compliance, and government enforcement. Her arrival reflects the firm’s continued focus on deepening its national bench in high-stakes regulatory matters, particularly as scrutiny of healthcare providers, payors, and life sciences companies continues to intensify.
Kelly brings a broad-based practice spanning False Claims Act defense, managed care disputes, and government investigations, with experience representing both payors and providers. This dual perspective will enhance the firm’s ability to advise clients on the legal, operational, and financial complexities of reimbursement and enforcement issues. In announcing the move, Kelly noted the alignment with the firm’s platform, stating that Bass, Berry & Sims has “built one of the leading healthcare practices in the country,” and emphasized the firm’s investment in investigations and compliance work as a key factor in her decision to join.
“The platform also offers flexibility in how we structure and deliver value to clients, which is increasingly important in today’s legal market,” she said. “The firm’s reputation in the healthcare and life sciences industries also creates strong opportunities to continue expanding and supporting my practice.”
The addition also underscores Bass, Berry & Sims’ broader growth strategy, which has included targeted lateral hires to expand its presence in Washington, D.C. and other key markets, including the recent opening of a Chicago office. By bringing in experienced practitioners like Kelly, the firm continues to position itself to handle increasingly complex, multi-forum disputes and enforcement actions across the healthcare industry.
The full article, “Bass Berry Adds Crowell & Moring Healthcare Atty In DC,” was published by Law360 on May 20 and is available online (subscription required). Read more about Kelly’s announcement here and learn more about her practice here.