Experience
Dismissal of Antitrust, Unfair Competition, Trade Secrets Claims Against Video Streaming Company
Secured dismissal in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York of claims against a wireless video streaming technology company. The client faced antitrust, unfair competition and counterclaims over trade secrets from a Chinese competitor.
Defense of Multinational Tech Company in Patent Infringement Claims
Represented multinational technology company specializing in internet-related services and products (online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, mobile software and hardware) in several matters ranging from alleged infringement of patent covering software methods used in generating differential update packages for mobile device operating systems to patent claims related to the non-cellular signal use in determining a cell phone’s location.
Successful Verdict in Four-Week Trial for Disease/Genetics Testing Corporation
Represented plaintiff health sciences corporation in a patent infringement action relating to its automated tissue processing systems used in the diagnosis of a variety of diseases. The four-week jury trial resulted in a verdict finding infringement on all asserted claims, which was upheld on appeal before the Federal Circuit.
Trade Secret, Cybersecurity Protection for Real Estate Technology Industry Client
Represented leading commercial real estate industry platform and cloud service provider in transactions and disputes including the protection of trade secrets and cybersecurity breaches.
Substantial ITC Settlement for Semiconductor Client in Section 337 Investigation
Represented semiconductor industry client in in International Trade Commission (ITC) Section 337 investigation directed at the importation of mobile processors incorporating client’s patented integrated circuit features. Three-week trial resulted in substantial settlement to client.
General Exclusion Order (GEO) for Client in ITC Section 337 Investigation
Represented manufacturer of LED light arrays used in photography and video studios in Section 337 investigation directed at the importation of camera- and tripod-mounted LED arrays sourced from a variety of respondents. Trial resulted in the rare issuance of a general exclusion order (GEO). Worked with U.S. Customs officials to enforce GEO and seize infringing articles at ports of entry.
Favorable ITC Settlement for Designer, Manufacturer in Section 337 Investigation
Represented designer and manufacturer of digital microphone and noise-reduction products used in voice-driven applications including in ITC Section 337 investigation directed at the importation of devices incorporating directional microphone arrays and associated software. Resolved matter on the eve of trial with favorable settlement to client.
Representation of Largest Publicly Traded Private Equity Firm in the U.S. in IP Portfolio Evaluation
Represented the largest U.S. publicly traded private equity firm and other investors in evaluating and securing intellectual property portfolios for acquisitions and investments in companies operating in the energy and technology industries.
Evaluations of Large Tech, Patent Portfolios for Valuation and Market Potential
Evaluated large technology and patent portfolios consisting of thousands of assets, for valuation and total addressable market (TAM) potential to identify assets for investment, license and/or sale. Identified market participants and developed licensing programs to maximize client ROI. Negotiated resulting agreements and licenses.
Numerous Representations Before PTAB and in IPR, Reexamination Proceedings
Represented numerous clients in actions before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) in challenging and defending patent claims through post-grant proceedings including inter partes review (IPR) and reexamination proceedings. Notable success in obtaining denial of institution at preliminary response stage.
Representation of Joint Venture Partners in Deepwater Horizon Spill
Served as the technical lead attorney representing the Macondo well leasehold joint venture partners in defense of claims and numerous government investigations stemming from the accident onboard the Deepwater Horizon and resulting hydrocarbon release into the Gulf of Mexico.
Representation of Joint Venture Management Consultant in Claims, Investigations Surrounding Boston’s “Big Dig”
Represented the joint venture management consultant in defense of claims and government investigations arising from the design and construction of Boston’s $24.3 billion Central Artery/Tunnel Project (the “Big Dig”).
Representation of Subcontractor in Boston Interstate Tunnel Collapse
Represented key subcontractor in defense of claims and government investigations related to the ceiling collapse of the D Street portal of Interstate 90 connector tunnel in Boston.
Representation of Design Joint Venture in $4 Billion LaGuardia Redevelopment
Represented the design joint venture in defense of claims from the $4 billion redevelopment of LaGuardia Airport Central Terminal B in New York City, the largest public-private partnership (P3) undertaken in the United States.
Representation of Manufacturer in Claims, Investigation Related to Facility Explosion
Represented industrial manufacturer in defense of claims and government investigations related to an explosion of cylinders containing borane-tetrahydrofuran at a chemical manufacturing facility.
Successful Representation of Subcontractor in DOJ Investigation
Represented mega project materials subcontractor in defense of False Claims Act investigations by the Department of Justice, resulting in the government closing its investigation without action.
Representation of Energy Industry Owner and Operator in Breach of Contract Case
Represented gas-turbine power generation owner and operator in claims against general contractor for breach of contract for failure to meet gas supply obligations, plant efficiency and output requirements.
