Jennifer Cormier, a seasoned litigator and strategic advisor with more than two decades of experience defending businesses in some of the most complex and high-exposure litigation matters nationwide. She represents clients ranging from Fortune 100 corporations and globally recognized brands to regional and family-owned businesses, guiding them through every stage of dispute resolution—from pre-suit investigations and negotiations to trial, mediation, and settlement.
Jennifer's practice focuses on toxic tort litigation including asbestos and silica-related claims, Child Victims Act and sexual misconduct defense, products liability, and premises liability. She has successfully defended manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, contractors, and premises owners in high-stakes, multi-party litigation involving alleged exposure to asbestos, silica, and other toxic substances. As silica litigation continues to expand across the country, clients rely on Jennifer's extensive toxic tort experience to develop efficient, cost-effective defense strategies that protect their business interests and minimize risk.
Jennifer is also a trusted advocate for organizations facing allegations of sexual misconduct under state Child Victims Act statutes. She represents schools, childcare facilities, camps, clubs, sports organizations, religious institutions, and public entities in matters involving alleged sexual abuse, assault, harassment, discrimination, and molestation. Working closely with insurers, in-house counsel, and risk management professionals, Jennifer develops comprehensive litigation strategies tailored to the unique sensitivities and procedural complexities of these cases. Her disciplined, fact-driven approach has resulted in numerous favorable outcomes through early resolution, dispositive motion practice, and strategic settlement negotiations.
A recognized leader in dispute resolution, Jennifer has negotiated more than 1,000 favorable settlements throughout her career. Her extensive mediation experience, combined with formal training through the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine Caruso School of Law, enables her to evaluate risk, identify opportunities for resolution, and achieve practical business solutions for her clients. Drawing on decades of experience, she brings credibility, judgment, and strategic insight to every matter she handles.
In addition to serving as defense counsel, Jennifer has managed national litigation portfolios for major corporations as national coordinating counsel, settlement counsel, and local counsel. Her ability to oversee complex, multi-jurisdictional matters while maintaining a sharp focus on client objectives has made her a valued advisor to companies confronting significant litigation exposure.
Before joining MG+M, Jennifer was a partner at a San Francisco-based law firm, where she led the firm's asbestos practice. Earlier in her career, she served as an Assistant Attorney General for the Louisiana Department of Justice, focusing on consumer fraud enforcement and the protection of vulnerable populations.
Jennifer is recognized by Super Lawyers as one of Northern California's leading attorneys and is known for her strategic advocacy, practical problem-solving, and unwavering commitment to achieving results for her clients.
