JEANNIE PERRON is a partner in Covington & Burling LLP’s Food and Drug Practice Group. In addition to being an attorney, Dr. Perron also holds a degree in veterinary medicine and has practiced as a veterinarian. Dr. Perron specializes in food and drug law, and advises clients in the regulation of dietary supplements, over-the-counter drugs, cosmetics for humans, and import and export of products regulated by the United States Food and Drug Administration as well as those having animal or microbially-derived ingredients regulated by USDA. The primary focus of Dr. Perron’s practice, however, is all aspects of animal food and drug law including pioneering animal drug approvals and defense, issues relating to veterinary biologics, approval or other clearance of animal feed and pet food ingredients, regulation of veterinary medical devices, review of claims for animal products, recalls of such products, and associated areas. Her work encompasses advising companies that manufacture feed, feed ingredients, drugs, biologics and medical devices for animals, as well as clients in related industries.