Steptoe & Johnson LLP has made a strategic hire by welcoming Ryan Lapine as a partner in its commercial litigation practice. Lapine will operate out of the firm’s Los Angeles and San Francisco offices. This addition aims to augment Steptoe’s capabilities in managing complex disputes within various high-stakes sectors, including entertainment, cryptocurrency, retail, and insurance.
The firm highlighted that Ryan Lapine brings with him a wealth of experience in business and intellectual property litigation, particularly representing entertainment companies and individual entertainers. His expertise is not limited to large corporations, as he also offers business litigation services to companies of varying sizes. His transition from his previous role at Venable LLP is expected to be seamless, given his extensive background and the demand for legal services in these critical market segments.
Steptoe’s decision to enlist a partner with such a specialized focus underscores its commitment to expanding its portfolio on the West Coast, providing comprehensive legal solutions in burgeoning industries. Additional details about the hiring were announced by the firm earlier this week.
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