William J. Lee, JD, MS, FACE, Elected Fellow of the American College of Epidemiology

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kershaw Talley Barlow, PC is proud to announce that William J. Lee, JD, MS, FACE, the firm's Scientific Director, has been elected a Fellow of the American College of Epidemiology (FACE), one of the highest honors in the field of epidemiology.

Epidemiology, the study of the distribution and determinants of health and disease in populations, often serves as a critical line of evidence used to assess causation and liability in high-stakes, complex litigations involving pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and environmental exposures.

Fellowship is awarded to epidemiologists who have demonstrated significant and sustained contributions to the science, practice, and leadership of epidemiology. Mr. Lee's election recognizes his exceptional expertise in epidemiology, as well as his leadership in applying epidemiologic methods to complex legal matters.

As Scientific Director of Kershaw Talley Barlow, PC, Mr. Lee provides critical analysis and expert guidance on epidemiologic and biostatistical issues in complex litigations, regulatory matters, and public health investigations. His work bridges the gap between scientific evidence and legal strategy, supporting courts, clients, and policymakers with rigorous, defensible, and transparent causation and liability analyses.

Mr. Lee is also an active leader in the epidemiology community. He serves on the American College of Epidemiology's Ethics and Policy Committee, is President of its Research and Education Foundation, and represents the College in the International Network for Epidemiology in Policy, a policymaking body comprising scientists from more than 50 academic societies. These roles underscore his commitment to advancing integrity, education, and best practices in epidemiology.

"Being elected a Fellow of the American College of Epidemiology is a tremendous honor," said Bill Kershaw, Managing Partner of Kershaw Talley Barlow, PC. "It recognizes the impact of applying rigorous epidemiologic science to real-world challenges, including the intersection of law, policy, and public health. Mr. Lee's work supports clients and courts with the highest standards of scientific expertise."

Mr. Lee's election reflects his deep contributions to both the scientific and legal communities and further strengthens Kershaw Talley Barlow's nationally recognized leadership in science-based litigation. For more information, visit www.ktblegal.com.

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