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…
At the Conference on Empirical Legal Studies (CELS) held in October 2023 at the University of Chicago Law School, Janka Deli won the 2023 Theodore Eisenberg Poster Prize for her poster titled How Much Does the Rule of Law Matter for International Trade? Deli was the first person from Stanford Law School (SLS) to bring…
As global powers reconsider their stance on globalization, important dialogues are emerging around how North America can navigate its trade future. In their recent book, The Future of Trade: A North American Perspective, authors David A. Gantz and Tony Payan delve into the long-term challenges facing the United States and suggest that effective, non-controversial policies…
In a significant move within the legal industry, Gerald Moody has joined Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld as a white collar defense and government investigations partner in their Washington office, announced by the firm Tuesday. Moody previously served as the assistant chief of the Justice Department’s Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) unit within its…
Simple typographical errors are a common occurrence, but when they appear in a judicial ruling, they attract significant attention. Federal Judge James Cain Jr. of the Western District of Louisiana experienced such scrutiny when his 62-page ruling striking down the temporary ban on liquid natural gas (LNG) exports to non-free trade agreement (FTA) countries was…
Akerman LLP has marked a significant expansion with the opening of its new office in Wilmington, Delaware. The move is bolstered by the addition of seasoned litigators Andrew Dupre and Brian Lemon as litigation partners, further solidifying the firm’s capabilities in this critical jurisdiction. Andrew Dupre, who will also serve as the office managing partner,…
The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn the longstanding Chevron deference, which favored federal agencies’ rulemaking interpretations, is expected to have limited impact on the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). According to legal analysts at Polsinelli, the ITC’s congressionally granted authority supports a stable decision-making framework that aligns closely with judicial review standards, differentiating…
In light of the recent import ban issued against Apple Watches, a notable academic in the field of patent law has suggested removing the US International Trade Commission (ITC) from its role in adjudicating patent disputes. The proposition emerged following a late 2023 ruling by the ITC prohibiting the import of Apple Watches that feature…
The New York City Bar Association has issued a statement condemning a group of federal judges for what it termed the “improper use of the judicial offices.” This criticism comes in response to a letter signed on May 6 by 13 U.S. federal judges—appointed by former President Donald Trump—announcing they would no longer hire law…
In today’s globalized economy, companies frequently engage in cross-border transactions, necessitating contracts that are not only legally compliant but also aligned with international best practices and standards. The European Union (EU) Parliament’s adoption of the “AI Act” on March 13 and the expansion of international trade laws and regulations underscores the importance of ensuring that…
Chris Marando has joined Perkins Coie as an intellectual property and patent litigation partner in its Washington office, the firm announced on Monday. Marando brings extensive experience advising high-tech clients on major patent infringement and validity disputes, representing them in federal district courts, the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the US International…
Sungbum Lee has joined Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman as an international trade partner in the firm’s London office, marking a strategic addition to the firm’s growing international trade practice. Pillsbury announced Wednesday that Lee will represent South Korean clients on trade matters such as US trade remedy proceedings, US and European Union economic sanctions relating…