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Analysis Group Supports DaVita's Successful Defense in No-Poach Antitrust Criminal Matter

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Thursday, April 21, 2022
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DaVita was represented by WilmerHale LLP and Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, and Mr. Thiry was represented by Fish & Richardson PC, Winston & Strawn LLP, and McDermott Will & Emery.

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  • DaVita was represented by WilmerHale LLP and Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, and Mr. Thiry was represented by Fish & Richardson PC, Winston & Strawn LLP, and McDermott Will & Emery.
  • An Analysis Group team led by Managing Principal Aaron Yeater and Vice Presidents Jee-Yeon Lehmann and Rebecca Scott supported firm President Pierre Cremieux in his testimony as the sole witness for the defense.
  • Analysis Group is one of the largest international economics consulting firms, with more than 1,000 professionals across 14 offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.
  • Our internal experts, together with our network of affiliated experts from academia, industry, and government, offer our clients exceptional breadth and depth of expertise.

Fish & Richardson Named 2022 Best Place to Work by Human Rights Campaign

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Thursday, January 27, 2022
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Fish & Richardson has been recognized as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign, earning a 100% rating on its 2022 Corporate Equality Index , a national benchmarking survey that assessed more than 1,200 companies on corporate policies and practices related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer workplace equality.

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  • Fish & Richardson has been recognized as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign, earning a 100% rating on its 2022 Corporate Equality Index , a national benchmarking survey that assessed more than 1,200 companies on corporate policies and practices related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer workplace equality.
  • We are proud to again receive a perfect score as the Human Rights Campaign continues to raise the bar for high marks on its Corporate Equality Index, said Fish President and Chief Executive Officer John Adkisson .
  • This important recognition illustrates Fishs dedication to advancing diversity in the workplace, and we are honored to again be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ equality, noted Jeremy Saks , principal and LGBTQ Affinity Group chair.
  • Fish & Richardson, a premier global intellectual property law firm, is sought after and trusted by the worlds most innovative brands and influential technology leaders.

Richard J. Anderson Joins Wolf Greenfield as Chief Operating Officer

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Monday, January 24, 2022
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Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C., one of the 10 largest law firms in the country devoted exclusively to intellectual property law, is pleased to announce that Richard J. Anderson has joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer.

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  • Wolf, Greenfield & Sacks, P.C., one of the 10 largest law firms in the country devoted exclusively to intellectual property law, is pleased to announce that Richard J. Anderson has joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer.
  • He will bring ideas and perspectives that will help Wolf Greenfield continue to thrive, while understanding how important our culture is to us.
  • As COO of Wolf Greenfield, Rick will work closely with firm management to guide Wolf Greenfields business functions, building on the decades of growth led by Executive Director Bob Edwards.
  • Wolf Greenfield is among the 10 largest law firms in the country devoted exclusively to intellectual property law.

Fish & Richardson Expands Life Sciences Group with Addition of Principal Dr. Helen Baca

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Monday, January 10, 2022
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Fish & Richardson announced today that Helen Baca, Ph.D. , has joined the Boston office as a principal in the firms life sciences group.

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  • Fish & Richardson announced today that Helen Baca, Ph.D. , has joined the Boston office as a principal in the firms life sciences group.
  • Baca focuses her practice on IP portfolio management, strategic client counseling, and patent prosecution in diverse scientific and engineering fields.
  • I look forward to contributing to the firms leading life sciences practice and to offer its full, considerable capabilities to my clients.
  • Baca joins Fish from Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP, and previously served as in-house counsel at Sandia National Laboratories.

Fish & Richardson Pro Bono Team Wins Jury Verdict for Female Employee in Sex Discrimination Lawsuit  

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021
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Were thankful the jury got this right, sending a strong message that this type of behavior is unacceptable, said Fish Principal Daniel Tishman , who represented Parker in this case.

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  • Were thankful the jury got this right, sending a strong message that this type of behavior is unacceptable, said Fish Principal Daniel Tishman , who represented Parker in this case.
  • The jury awarded Parker $340,000 in compensatory damages, as well as $385,000 in punitive damages.
  • Ms. Parker was a model employee who, upon following protocol against false accusations, was fired while her harassers were protected.
  • In 2020, nearly 75% of the firms attorneys took part in pro bono projects, resulting in roughly 22,000 pro bono hours dedicated firmwide.

Liquidax Capital Introduces Metaverse Patent Portfolio

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021
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NEW YORK, Dec. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liquidax Capital today announces its representation of a patent portfolio that enables foundational advances in the Metaverse.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liquidax Capital today announces its representation of a patent portfolio that enables foundational advances in the Metaverse.
  • Abelow's patents are prosecuted by leading patent attorneys at Fish & Richardson, a premier global intellectual property law firm, who continue to represent the prosecution of the patent family.
  • These Metaverse patents have priority starting in 2010 and 2011, with ongoing continuations and divisionals growing the IP portfolio.
  • "These and other 'umbrella patents and applications' add valuable innovations," said Daniel Drolet, Chairman & CEO of Liquidax Capital.

Fish & Richardson Named to Bloomberg Law’s Inaugural Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Framework

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021
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Fish & Richardson has been named to Bloomberg Laws first-ever Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Framework.

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  • Fish & Richardson has been named to Bloomberg Laws first-ever Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Framework.
  • Fish is one of only 28 U.S. law firms to be recognized for meeting or exceeding an established threshold for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the firm.
  • At Fish, we are deeply committed to promoting a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels, said Ahmed J. Davis , principal and national chair of Fishs diversity and inclusion initiative.
  • Our diversity-related metrics reflect that commitment, and we are proud that Bloomberg Law has recognized the results of our continuing efforts.

Fish & Richardson Secures Rare Win in ITC Trade Secrets Case

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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Fish & Richardson has helped three China-based manufacturers and sellers of commercial catering equipment secure a rare victory in an International Trade Commission investigation brought against them.

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  • Fish & Richardson has helped three China-based manufacturers and sellers of commercial catering equipment secure a rare victory in an International Trade Commission investigation brought against them.
  • On October 14, 2021, the ITC voted to affirm that no violation of Section 337 occurred and to terminate the investigation.
  • Were grateful for this important and decisive ruling, said Fish Litigation Practice Group Leader Kurt Glitzenstein , who led the case.
  • They alleged misappropriation of trade secrets related to commercial foodservice equipment, as well as tortious interference with contractual relationships.

Qualcomm Appoints Ann Chaplin as General Counsel & Corporate Secretary

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Friday, October 8, 2021
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SAN DIEGO, Oct. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) today announced that Ann Chaplin has been appointed general counsel & corporate secretary, reporting directly to Cristiano Amon, president and chief executive officer of Qualcomm Incorporated, effective November 1.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Oct. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) today announced that Ann Chaplin has been appointed general counsel & corporate secretary, reporting directly to Cristiano Amon, president and chief executive officer of Qualcomm Incorporated, effective November 1.
  • Don Rosenberg, general counsel and corporate secretary since 2007, will serve as Special Advisor for Policy, Regulation and Strategic Initiatives until his retirement at the end of the year.
  • Most recently, Chaplin has served as corporate secretary and deputy general counsel for General Motors (GM), with significant responsibilities that included assisting in the overall management of the legal department, overseeing corporate governance, advising on product and technology transformation initiatives, managing the interface with the board of directors, leading the securities team, and advising on ESG initiatives.
  • Qualcomm is the world's leading wireless technology innovator and the driving force behind the development, launch, and expansion of 5G.

Fish & Richardson Names Melanie Green Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer

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Monday, October 4, 2021
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Fish & Richardson has named Melanie Green as its new chief marketing and business development officer.

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  • Fish & Richardson has named Melanie Green as its new chief marketing and business development officer.
  • With more than two decades of experience, Green will oversee all marketing and business development initiatives across Fishs 14 offices.
  • Before joining Fish, Green served as the chief client development and marketing officer of Faegre Drinker, the 1,300-lawyer firm that resulted from two of the largest law firm combinations of the last decade.
  • Green is a member of the Legal Marketing Association, and previously served on the Legal Lab Advisory Board and on Lex Mundis Marketing and Business Development Committee.