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Ms. Steinmann’s aggressive approach to the defense of her clients has resulted in the early dismissal of actions, favorable settlements, and defense verdicts.\nLicensed in both Texas and California, Cori has represented numerous Fortune 100 Companies across the country in product liability and toxic tort litigation. In addition to her courtroom experience, she has effectively handled all phases of litigation, including discovery and e-discovery, taking and defending lay and expert depositions, preparing company witnesses for deposition and trial, and drafting and arguing a wide range of pre and post-trial motions.  Counsel The University of Texas at Austin The University of Texas School of Law Southern Methodist University Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law Central District of California U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas California Texas","searchable_name":"Cori C. 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