Susan Berson and Brent Henry Recognized as Health Care Trailblazers by the National Law Journal

Member Tara Dwyer was recently quoted in Law360 Healthcare Authority regarding a federal ruling that could impact how the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) conducts audits of Medicare Advantage plans. The ruling limits CMS from using small sample sizes to represent entire patient populations, which may challenge its goal of performing 550 audits annually to curb fraud and overbilling.

Member Daniel Cody shared insights with Part B News about the federal government shutdown and its potential impact on Medicare providers. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued little guidance for providers related to the implications of the shutdown.

Mintz represented Sterling Brokers, a leading Canadian benefits brokerage and third-party administrator, in connection with its sale to HGGC, a middle-market private equity sponsor based in Palo Alto. The sale represents an exit event for True Wind Capital, the San Francisco-based private equity firm that invested in Sterling three years ago.

Mintz represented VMG Partners, a growth equity firm with a two-decade track record of scaling iconic consumer brands, in its partnership with Scenthound, the nation's first and leading dog wellness franchise. VMG’s investment will reinforce Scenthound’s leadership in the pet industry and accelerate its mission of revolutionizing pet care through routine hygiene and wellness.

Jacob Hupart shared insights with Responsible Investor about the final ruling in a suit against American Airlines over its investment of 401(k) money with asset managers pursuing ESG goals. The judge ruled that the airline had broken its “duty of loyalty” but rejected claims for damages.

Mintz and several attorneys in its Toronto office have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Chambers Canada. The firm was ranked in Cannabis Law and Life Sciences, and was newly ranked in the Pensions & Benefits category. Seven attorneys earned individual recognition across Cannabis Law, Investment Funds, Life Sciences, Pensions & Benefits, and Private Equity.