John Claud

About John Claud

I counsel FDA-regulated entities on litigation, enforcement, and compliance matters including FDA inspections, Form 483s, Warning and Untitled Letters and Consent Decrees, internal investigations, and data privacy concerns. I also advise clients on matters related to compliance with the Controlled Substances Act and DEA regulations, and matters involving drug compounding, telehealth, and telemedicine.I am a 15-year veteran of the Department of Justice. Prior to joining Hyman Phelps, I most recently served as the Assistant Director of the Consumer Protection Branch, where I led the Corporate Compliance and Policy Unit. I have prosecuted and supervised complex criminal and civil trial litigation and investigations under the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, Federal Trade Commission Act, Consumer Product Safety Act, and Federal data privacy laws. I also held leading roles in DOJ’s response to three recent and significant national health crises, including the COVID -19 pandemic.

Experience

1. Partner

   Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough

   Mar 2026 — Present · WA, US

Education

• Trinity College-Hartford

  Bachelor's degree, History

  1987 — 1991

• University of Colorado Denver

  Master of Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice

  1991 — 1993

• The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law

  Doctor of Law - JD, Law

  1997 — 2000