Managing Intellectual Property

Wolf Greenfield Promotes Four Attorneys in 2024

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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BOSTON and NEW YORK and WASHINGTON, Jan. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolf Greenfield is pleased to announce the promotion of two attorneys to the position of shareholder and two attorneys to the position of counsel, effective January 1, 2024.

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  • BOSTON and NEW YORK and WASHINGTON, Jan. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolf Greenfield is pleased to announce the promotion of two attorneys to the position of shareholder and two attorneys to the position of counsel, effective January 1, 2024.
  • Their legal and technical know-how covers a range of practice and technology areas, including biotechnology, pharmaceutical, patent, litigation, post-grant proceedings, and trademark and copyright.
  • “It is a pleasure and an honor to announce the promotions of these four dedicated attorneys,” said Ed Gates, Wolf Greenfield’s President and Managing Partner.
  • Kevin represents clients across the spectrum, including venture-backed start-ups, large biopharma, public and private universities, and research institutions.

IP Litigator Jon Gurka Joins Crowell & Moring

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jon Gurka joins Crowell & Moring as a partner in the firm's Intellectual Property Department, bringing nearly three decades of intellectual property law experience, with a focus on complex patent litigation.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jon Gurka joins Crowell & Moring as a partner in the firm's Intellectual Property Department, bringing nearly three decades of intellectual property law experience, with a focus on complex patent litigation.
  • Gurka builds on a period of sustained growth at Crowell.
  • Besides serving on many other firm-management committees, Gurka also served as the chair of recruiting for more than 10 years.
  • Gurka earned his law degree from the University of Illinois College of Law and his bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Connecticut.

Bennett Jones Announces John M. Mercury as Next Executive Chair and Dominique T. Hussey as Next CEO

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Bennett Jones is pleased to announce that its partners have elected John M. Mercury as the next Executive Chair of the firm and Dominique T. Hussey as the next Chief Executive Officer.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Bennett Jones is pleased to announce that its partners have elected John M. Mercury as the next Executive Chair of the firm and Dominique T. Hussey as the next Chief Executive Officer.
  • He leads the firm's client and industry initiatives and international strategy, cultivating a team-based approach focused on anticipating client needs.
  • Dominique was elected to the Partnership Board in 2017 and became Lead Director the following year.
  • Before joining Bennett Jones in 2005, Dominique practised in high-stakes pharmaceutical patent litigation with a leading U.S. law firm in New York.

34 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Recognized in Managing Intellectual Property's 2023 Edition of IP Stars

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 34 attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP are recognized in Managing Intellectual Property magazine's 2023 edition of "IP Stars."

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  • 34 attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP are recognized in Managing Intellectual Property magazine's 2023 edition of "IP Stars."
  • NEW YORK, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 34 attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP are recognized in Managing Intellectual Property magazine's 2023 edition of "IP Stars."
  • According to the publication, Intellectual Property (IP) attorneys are recognized "based on a weighted review of information submitted by firms, market feedback and publicly available information."
  • The Greenberg Traurig attorneys selected as IP Stars for 2023 are:
    Brent D. Sokol, Los Angeles – Copyright Star, Trademark Star, & Patent Star

Panitch Schwarze Partners Named Among 2023 IP Stars by Managing Intellectual Property

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, Pa., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel LLP is pleased to announce that Managing Intellectual Property has named intellectual property attorneys Erin M. Dunston and Philip L. Hirschhorn 2023 IP Stars.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Pa., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel LLP is pleased to announce that Managing Intellectual Property has named intellectual property attorneys Erin M. Dunston and Philip L. Hirschhorn 2023 IP Stars .
  • In addition, Managing Intellectual Property ranked Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel LLP as Highly Recommended in Intellectual Property Practice for 2023.
  • Managing Intellectual Property is a leading source of news and analysis on intellectual property issues worldwide.
  • The IP Stars survey identifies leading intellectual property law firms and attorneys in various jurisdictions to provide deeper insight into the complex and vibrant IP legal arena worldwide.

Jordan Altman Joins Ropes & Gray in New York

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Thursday, April 13, 2023
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NEW YORK, April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ropes & Gray announced today that Jordan Altman, a highly regarded IP transactions lawyer, has joined the firm as a partner, bringing his broad deal experience to the firm's award-winning IP transactions, M&A and private equity practices. He is based in the firm's 500-lawyer New York office.

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  • We're confident that Jordan will help us take our transactional practice to a whole new level, especially in the technology industry.
  • "Jordan has made an indelible impression on his clients and also our lawyers at Ropes & Gray," said Melissa Rones, IP transactions partner and practice co-chair.
  • "Joining Ropes & Gray is a privilege and a terrific opportunity," Jordan said.
  • Ropes & Gray has added several new partners in the firm's New York office, most recently welcoming Ariel Deckelbaum who joined the firm's M&A practice.

Bracewell Names Five Senior Counsel

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Monday, March 6, 2023
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Houston, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - March 6, 2023) - Bracewell LLP announced today the promotion of five lawyers to senior counsel, effective February 28, 2023.

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  • Houston, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - March 6, 2023) - Bracewell LLP announced today the promotion of five lawyers to senior counsel, effective February 28, 2023.
  • The new senior counsel include: Joseph A. Brazauskas (Washington, DC), Anna K. Miller (Austin), William A. Moss (Houston), Jared Schuettenhelm (Seattle) and Carlton D. Wilde III (Houston).
  • I'm pleased to congratulate them on their promotions," said Bracewell Managing Partner Gregory M. Bopp.
  • Prior to joining Bracewell, Brazauskas served for nearly a decade in the US House of Representatives as a counsel on the House Oversight and Reform Committee and the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee.

Leading Trademark & Brand Protection Lawyer Joins Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld LLC

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld LLC (RCCB), a law firm offering a distinctive combination of practical business acumen, legal expertise and entrepreneurial passion, announced today the addition of Senior Counsel Nancy Rubner Frandsen. She will be a member of the firm's Intellectual Property Group effective January 3, 2023.

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  • Frandsen's in-depth knowledge of her clients' businesses and her support in helping them advance their objectives have made her a go-to trademark lawyer.
  • "Nancy's experience in handling all facets of trademark and copyright law makes her a welcome addition to the Intellectual Property team," said Barry Cohen, Partner.
  • Being a sound and seasoned lawyer has led her to be ranked by Chambers USA as a "Leading Lawyer" in intellectual property law since 2006.
  • Additional information about Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld is available at http://www.rccblaw.com .

Amber Group Appoints Benjamin Bai as Chief Legal Officer and Global Head of Legal and Compliance

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Monday, July 4, 2022
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SINGAPORE, July 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amber Group, a leading global digital asset platform, today announced the appointment of Benjamin Bai as its Chief Legal Officer. An industry veteran, Benjamin joins from Ant Group where he served as its Vice President and Chief Intellectual Property (IP) and International Litigation Counsel.

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  • As Amber Group's Chief Lawyer and head of global legal and compliance, Benjamin will strengthen the firm's risk management capabilities to support its international expansion
    SINGAPORE, July 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Amber Group, a leading global digital asset platform, today announced the appointment of Benjamin Bai as its Chief Legal Officer.
  • Amber Group Appoints Benjamin Bai as Chief Legal Officer and Global Head of Legal and Compliance.
  • Benjamin joins Amber Group at a critical time amid an ever-evolving digital asset landscape, where the impetus for regulation is growing in importance.
  • As the new Chief Legal Officer, Benjamin will spearhead the development of robust risk management frameworks and approaches as Amber Group enters different markets with diverse regulatory environments.

Burns & Levinson Partner Joseph Maraia Named 2022 IP Star By Managing Intellectual Property

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Thursday, June 30, 2022
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BOSTON, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Burns & Levinson announced today that partner Joseph Maraia , co-chair of the firm's Intellectual Property group, has been named a 2022 "IP Star" by Managing Intellectual Property for the ninth consecutive year.

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  • BOSTON, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Burns & Levinson announced today that partner Joseph Maraia , co-chair of the firm's Intellectual Property group, has been named a 2022 "IP Star" by Managing Intellectual Property for the ninth consecutive year.
  • The IP Stars list includes the country's leading intellectual property professionals who have been highly recommended by their clients and peers.
  • Maraia, who is also a member of the firm's Executive and Diversity Committees, was named an IP Star in Massachusetts.
  • Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars is the leading specialist guide to IP firms and practitioners worldwide.