ArentFox Schiff LLP has expanded its international trade practice by welcoming a new partner with over two decades of experience in international trade regulation and compliance. The addition of the former Williams Mullen partner highlights the firm’s commitment to enhancing its capabilities in navigating complex trade matters. This strategic move is likely aimed at bolstering…
ArentFox Schiff has bolstered its international trade and investment practice in Washington by welcoming Chris Skinner as a partner. Skinner’s addition to the firm was officially announced on Wednesday, marking a significant step for their international trade team. Skinner comes with a robust portfolio of expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes associated with international transactions….
In a strategic move, the United States has announced the sanctioning of nearly 400 individuals and companies spanning multiple countries, including India, China, and Turkey. This initiative is part of a broader effort to disrupt the networks sustaining Russia’s military operations in Ukraine, more than three years since the onset of the full-scale invasion. According…
Steptoe & Johnson LLP has added a notable figure to its intellectual property practice in San Francisco with the recruitment of Jim Brogan as a new partner. Known for his proficiency in intellectual property law, Brogan transitions from his previous role at King & Spalding. The firm made the announcement on Tuesday. Brogan’s expertise lies…
The New York bar exam, administered in July, has reported its highest pass rate in a decade, achieving a 69% success rate among over 10,000 candidates. This figure is the best since 2013 and places New York among the 31 states showing improvements over last year’s pass rates, reinforcing its position as the largest bar…
Sally Laing has made a notable return to Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld as an international trade partner based in Washington, D.C. Her reappointment, announced on Monday, signifies a strategic move by the firm to bolster its advisory services in the domains of complex trade policy matters, particularly those emerging at the intersection of…
In a recent development, a Democratic senator from Wisconsin has called on the U.S. Trade Representative to initiate an investigation into the alleged extensive illicit export of fentanyl from the People’s Republic of China to the United States. This petition highlights a pressing concern over the influx of fentanyl, which has been attributed to causing…
Amid France’s ever-evolving economic landscape, President Emmanuel Macron faces a mounting challenge: addressing the complex interplay between private equity interests and public welfare. As detailed by Lionel Laurent, a spoonful of government intervention is being considered to help the French takeover medicine go down smoothly, underscoring the delicate balance Macron must maintain between encouraging investment…
Lena Sandberg has joined K&L Gates as a partner in its antitrust, competition, and trade regulation practice in Brussels, the firm revealed earlier this week. Sandberg, who transitioned from her previous role at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, will focus on areas including state aid, competition law, and abuse of dominant position. Her expertise will be…
Amid shifting global dynamics that are veering toward increased protectionism, Teresa Ribera Rodríguez has been nominated as the EU’s next competition commissioner. She is anticipated to reshape the European Union’s antitrust policies. The focus is on making these policies more conducive for European companies to compete on a global scale. Rodríguez’s nomination forms a part…
Indranil Mukerji has joined Covington & Burling LLP as a partner in their patent litigation practice, the firm announced this Monday. This marks a significant addition to Covington’s Washington-based team, which is set to enhance the firm’s capabilities in navigating complex intellectual property disputes. Mukerji brings with him a wealth of experience in handling both…
Venable LLP has recently expanded its intellectual property (IP) litigation and technology group with the recruitment of Richard Wells as a partner. Wells, whose practice encompasses the assertion and defense against patent infringement claims, brings extensive experience to the firm’s Washington, D.C., office. According to Venable, his expertise includes representing clients in federal district courts,…
Amanda Wieker has joined McGuireWoods as a partner in the firm’s intellectual property practice group, bringing her expertise to the Richmond, Virginia office. Her move to McGuireWoods was announced recently. Wieker’s legal experience predominantly revolves around representing clients in patent infringement cases. Her practice has seen her argue before federal courts, the US Court of…
Latham & Watkins has successfully negotiated a significant settlement for its client, Netgear, in a Wi-Fi patent dispute against TP-Link. The settlement, amounting to $135 million, resolves the complaint originally filed by Netgear with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). Netgear, based in San Jose, California, initially alleged patent infringement by TP-Link, a network equipment…
In a significant decision for the technology and legal sectors, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has declined Google LLC’s request to reverse an import ban on its smart speaker products. The ban was originally imposed by the US International Trade Commission (ITC) after the agency determined that Google’s products infringed…
Foley Hoag LLP has announced the hire of a partner-led international trade compliance team from Ashurst in Paris. The team, led by partner Olivier Dorgans, is known for assisting corporate clients with complex regulatory compliance issues related to international trade. The team also represents clients in proceedings before French, European, and American regulators. For further…
The recent legal market activity in Mexico has seen significant moves with Holland & Knight recruiting a litigation partner from Jones Day and Baker McKenzie onboarding an international trade partner. These hires come in response to increased demand for legal advice on relocating supply chains and manufacturing to Mexico, alongside a rise in disputes within…
US Senate Approves Bill Adding 66 Federal Judgeships Over a Decade The US Senate unanimously passed a bill on Thursday that adds 66 judgeships for federal district courts over a decade, starting January 21, 2025. The Senate’s approval of the JUDGES Act of 2024 is based on findings indicating that by the end of fiscal…
Legal News Article A recently filed lawsuit is seeking $1.7 million in damages over a Brazilian white sugar deal that reportedly went awry. The case is currently pending before Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Lisa Walsh. Issues with fulfillment and delivery obligations are central to the dispute, with claims of breach of contract being raised. This development…
The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Loper Bright has dissolved the longstanding precedent of Chevron deference, which previously granted federal agencies significant leeway in interpreting their own rulemaking. This pivotal shift is set to have a far-reaching impact on the jurisdiction and oversight capabilities of the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). Legal experts Kecia…
Squire Patton Boggs has recently launched a new office in Geneva, expanding its presence across Europe. The Geneva office will concentrate on commodities and shipping, international trade, international dispute resolution, government investigations, and sanctions. For more information, you can find the original article here.
Squire Patton Boggs continues its strategic European expansion by establishing a new office in Geneva, and it will be spearheaded by Kate Sherrard. According to an announcement made Wednesday, Sherrard, who is relocating from the firm’s Singapore office, will bring her extensive expertise as a financial services partner and co-head of the commodities and shipping…
New Jersey as a Hub for International Dispute Resolution International trade is exploding, but American businesses doing business in other countries can still struggle to resolve disputes and enforce judgments. In response to this growing need, the Global Mediation Exchange Center has opened its doors in Jersey City, New Jersey. This new organization offers a…
The Seventh Circuit’s affirmance of Motorola’s $407 million trade secrets award from Chinese competitor Hytera Communications Corp. has set a precedent confirming the extraterritorial reach of civil trade secrets law. Motorola Solutions Inc. successfully argued before the Seventh Circuit that Congress intended the Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) to cover offenses with even limited US…
By William Milliken (July 10, 2024, 5:43 PM EDT) — On June 28, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a decades-old precedent, known as Chevron deference, that favored federal agencies’ rulemaking interpretations. This decision may have significant impacts on rulemaking and litigation across various practice areas, particularly in intellectual property law. The recent ruling could potentially…