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In the News
June 12, 2013
SAP Victory Opens Doors for Future AIA Patent Challenges
As mentioned in: Law360, Daily Journal
In the News
June 5, 2013
President Obama Proposes Measures to Curb Lawsuits by Patent Trolls
As mentioned in: Law360, Daily Journal, The Verge
In the News
May 22, 2013
Pillsbury Represents Antiwar.com Editors in Lawsuit over FBI Surveillance
As mentioned in: Albany Tribune, Courthouse News Service, Huffington Post, Law360 and San Francisco Chronicle
In the News
May 13, 2013
Bill Atkins Comments on the CLS Bank Decision
As mentioned in: Law360
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April 26, 2013
Native Votes Could Decide Who Controls the U.S. Senate
As mentioned in: Indian Country Today
In the News
April 17, 2013
U.S. PTO Hears Its First America Invents Act Case
As mentioned in: Law360
In the News
April 17, 2013
New AIA-Mandated Proceedings Could Alter Litigation Strategy
As mentioned in: Daily Journal
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March 22, 2013
Kevin Fong Speaks to Law360 about His Appellate Experience
As mentioned in: Law360
In the News
March 20, 2013
Pillsbury Represents Client in Cellphone Search Case
As mentioned in: The Recorder, KTVU, Huffington Post, NBC, San Francisco Chronicle, Associated Press, Wired
In the News
In the News
March 13, 2013
Andrew Bluth Comments on the Rise of Text-Spam Litigation
As mentioned in: Law360
In the News
In the News
February 28, 2013
Greg Lembrich Comments on a Montana Native Voting-Rights Lawsuit
As mentioned in: Indian Country Today
In the News
February 25, 2013
Sarah Good Discusses the First “Say-on-Pay” Ruling
As mentioned in: Reuters, Corporate Counsel
In the News
February 13, 2013
Online Consumers are Not Protected by California Privacy Laws
As mentioned in: Lawyers.com
In the News
February 6, 2013
Michael McNamara Discusses the New Life of Public-Private Partnerships
As mentioned in: Daily Journal
In the News
February 5, 2013
Pillsbury Advises Duke Energy on $835 Million Insurance Payout
As mentioned in: Law360
In the News
February 5, 2013
California Supreme Court Decision Puts Privacy Laws in Limbo
As mentioned in: Law360
In the News
February 2013
Wesley Spowhn and Team Step in to Defend Client One Week Before Trial
As mentioned in: Bar Association of San Francisco Bulletin
In the News
February 2013
David Keyko Comments on the Decline of Securities Fraud Class Action Suits
As mentioned in: IBA Global Insight
In the News
Spring 2013
Fusae Nara and Amanda Freyre Discuss Vertical Price Restraints under New York Law
As mentioned in: Antitrust Law eNewsletter, New York State Bar Association
In the News
January 28, 2013
David Stanton Answers Questions on eDiscovery
As mentioned in: The National Law Journal
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January 1, 2013
Sarah Good Predicts More Say-on-Pay Litigation in 2013
As mentioned in: Law360
In the News
January 1, 2013
Derek Andreson Comments on White Collar Cases to Watch in 2013
As mentioned in: Law360
In the News
December 24, 2012
William Sullivan Anticipates More Insider Trading Investigations in 2013
As mentioned in: The National Law Journal
In the News
In the News
December 4, 2012
James Bobotek Comments on Construction Insurance Ruling
As mentioned in: Law360
In the News
November 30, 2012
Say-on-Pay Litigation on the Rise, Pillsbury Reports
As mentioned in: Fox Business, Reuters, CNBC, Business Insider, The Wall Street Journal
In the News
November 28, 2012
Pillsbury Announces Attorneys Elected to Partner for 2013
As mentioned in: Daily Journal, Inspiratia, The Recorder, New York Law Journal, The Deal
Press Release
November 20, 2012
Pillsbury Elects Eight Attorneys to Partner For 2013
Lawyers promoted in the Litigation, Intellectual Property, Executive Compensation & Benefits, Estates, Trusts & Tax Planning, Corporate & Securities and Finance practices
In the News
October 29, 2012
Greg Lembrich Pursues Native American Voting Rights
As mentioned in: KOTA Territory News
In the News
October 12, 2012
Kenneth Taber Comments on Gun Liability Lawsuit
As mentioned in: New York Law Journal
In the News
October 11, 2012
William Atkins Comments on Ruling for Federal Judges’ Pay
As mentioned in: Daily Journal
In the News
October 11, 2012
Santa Clara County Bar Association Announces Diane Sweeney as President-Elect
As mentioned in: Palo Alto Online
In the News
October 10, 2012
Raymond Sweigart Quoted on UK Bribery Act Guidance
As mentioned in: Law360
Press Release
September 25, 2012
Pillsbury Partner to Head UBS Global eDiscovery Team
New York Trial Lawyer Wayne Matus to Serve as Managing Director at UBS
In the News
In the News
September 5, 2012
New Court Ruling Extends Potential Risks for Corporate Parents
As mentioned in: Law Society Gazette
In the News
August 30, 2012
Court Allows Sexual Abuse Case to Proceed Against Prep School
As mentioned in: Reuters, AmLaw Daily, New York Times
In the News
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August 22, 2012
Michael McNamara Comments on Maryland’s Legislative Framework for P3s
As mentioned in: InfraAmericas
In the News
August 6, 2012
Pillsbury Prevails Upon DOJ to Drop Criminal Case against Gibson Guitar
As mentioned in: The BLT: Blog of the LegalTimes
Press Release
August 3, 2012
Senior Federal Employees Sue to Protect Privacy Rights

Seek Injunction to Stop August 31 Internet Posting of Personal Financial Information Required by New Federal Law
Press Release
May 11, 2012
Pillsbury Brings Prominent Securities Litigator to San Francisco Office
Sarah Good Enhances Pillsbury's Strong Litigation Practice
In the News
April 6, 2012
Health Data Breaches Offer New Vein for Plaintiffs Lawyers to Tap
As mentioned in: The Recorder
In the News
April 5, 2012
Hotels and Clubs Prepare for New Pool Access Rules
As mentioned in: Daily Journal
In the News
April 5, 2012
Pillsbury Attorneys Discuss Overlapping Antitrust Laws
As mentioned in: Daily Journal
In the News
April 1, 2012
Rene Siemens Comments on Insurance Policies
As mentioned in: California Lawyer
Press Release
March 20, 2012
Pillsbury Launches Construction Blog, Gravel2Gavel
Leading attorneys share news and trends throughout the construction and infrastructure industries affecting contractors, owners, engineers, brokers, government, financiers and other construction stakeholders
In the News
March 12, 2012
With FCPA Under Scrutiny, Will DOJ Expand Use of Travel Act?
As mentioned in: Thomson Reuters News & Insight
Press Release
February 29, 2012
Terrence A. Callan Named 2012 Antitrust Lawyer of the Year
Callan is the Third Pillsbury Lawyer to Receive Prestigious Award from the State Bar of California's Antitrust & Unfair Competition Section
Press Release
February 1, 2012
Pillsbury Expands Intellectual Property Practice with Accomplished San Diego Partners
Callie Bjurstrom and Peter Hahn add international and industry experience to Pillsbury’s IP litigation, prosecution and portfolio management strengths
Press Release
January 26, 2012
Pillsbury Lawyers Co-Author Guide to Commercial Litigation in Federal Courts
Attorneys cover timeless essentials and topical strategies for handling technology issues, ERISA-related litigation and decisive settlement proceedings
In the News
January 23, 2012
Howrey Exiles Fitting in with Big-Firm Rivals
As mentioned in: National Law Journal
Press Release
November 28, 2011
Pillsbury Announces Attorney Promotions for 2012
Lawyers promoted from Real Estate, Health Care, Litigation, IP and Global Sourcing Practices
Press Release
November 7, 2011
Pillsbury Scores Big with 56 Tier 1 Rankings in 2011 U.S. News – Best Lawyers Survey
U.S. News Media Group and Best Lawyers name Pillsbury first “Law Firm of the Year” for Equipment Finance Law; Pillsbury’s Tier 1 and National Rankings more than double from 2010 survey results
Press Release
October 26, 2011
Pillsbury Opens New Office in Abu Dhabi
Move expands Pillsbury’s substantial presence in Middle East energy, infrastructure, and finance
In the News
July 29, 2011
Q&A With Pillsbury's Maria Galeno
As mentioned in: Law360
Press Release
July 19, 2011
Four Member White-Collar Litigation Team Joins Pillsbury's DC Office
Team led by partner William M. Sullivan, Jr. who will co-head firm's White-Collar practice
In the News
June 22, 2011
After SEC Settlement With JPMorgan, Will Other Banks Pay Too?
As mentioned in: ProPublica
Press Release
May 25, 2011
Clark Construction Chief Legal Officer Frank J. Baltz Wins 2011 Legends in Law Award
Baltz nominated for prestigious Burton Award by Pillsbury Real Estate partner John Engel
Press Release
April 20, 2011
Is Your Company Prepared for a Crisis? New Survey Helps You Find Out
Take this brief survey to learn where your company may be most vulnerable if a crisis occurs
In the News
March 7, 2011
Legal briefs: More Howrey Departures
As mentioned in: The Washington Post
Press Release
March 2, 2011
Six-Partner, 15-Member Howrey Construction Team Joins Pillsbury
Team will be joining Pillsbury in its Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington, DC and New York offices
In the News
January 19, 2011
Law Firm Calls UK Bribery Act Review Likely 'Much Ado About Nothing'
As mentioned in: Wall Street Journal
Wall Street Journal Cites Pillsbury's Alert on UK Bribery Act Review
Press Release
November 30, 2010
Pillsbury Elects Eight Attorneys to Partnership


Two lawyers are also elevated to counsel
In the News
October 2010
New Rules for Gift Cards Go Into Effect
As mentioned in: Nation's Restaurant News and Comstock's Magazine
Press Release
October 4, 2010
2010 Best of the Best USA
Legal Media Expert Guides
In the News
June 29, 2010
Pillsbury IP Partners Quoted in Financial Press on Supreme Court's Bilski Decision
As mentioned in: American Banker and Investor's Business Daily
Press Release
June 23, 2010
Ji2 Joins Pillsbury's PEARL Alliance as Japanese Service Provider

Integrated e-discovery solution delivers predictability, defensibility and transparency
Press Release
June 4, 2010
IP Partner Mark Litvack Joins Pillsbury in Los Angeles
New hire expands Firm’s IP litigation capabilities, particularly in copyright, trademark and entertainment law
Press Release
April 28, 2010
Protiviti and Pillsbury Issue Guide to Help Businesses Navigate Privacy Landscape
Guide offers practical answers to more than 350 privacy and data protection questions from what to do after a security breach to rules under CAN-SPAM
Press Release
April 19, 2010
Pillsbury Expands Tax Practice in New York
Noted State & Local Tax Attorney with Strong Biotech Experience Joins the Firm
Press Release
April 8, 2010
Fence Falls to Deed Restriction in Texas Appellate Victory
Ruling gives homeowners associations more security to enforce restrictive covenants
Press Release
March 17, 2010
Pillsbury Names Christine Nicolaides Kearns Managing Partner in Washington
Distinguished employment law partner leads office’s strategic programs and objectives
In the News
March 1, 2010
Halfway Measure
As mentioned in: Corporate Counsel
Press Release
February 18, 2010
Insurance Litigator Rene Siemens Joins Pillsbury's LA Office

Nationally recognized partner expands firm's Insurance Recovery & Advisory Practice
Press Release
January 29, 2010
Pillsbury Launches PEARL™ to Contain Companies' Litigation Costs and Improve Results
Integrated e-discovery solution to deliver predictability, defensibility and transparency
Press Release
January 13, 2010
No Excuses: Appeals Court Says DOE Can't Claim "Unavoidable Delay" to Escape Liability for Failing to Take Utilities' Spent Nuclear Fuel
Decision crucial victory for Pillsbury client Nebraska Public Power District
Press Release
December 28, 2009
Despite Financial Crisis, Pillsbury Clients Still Achieve Much in 2009
Pillsbury reflects on the year that was and positions itself for strong future
In the News
December 24, 2009
Pillsbury Gets Richmond Tax Struck Down
As mentioned in: The Recorder
In the News
December 11, 2009
Glenn Decision Prompts Some Court Scrutiny of Claims Review Practices in 2009
As mentioned in: BNA's Pension & Benefits Daily
Press Release
November 16, 2009
Pillsbury Named to BTI Client Service Top 30 List
Firm ranked "Best of the Best" for anticipating clients' needs
In the News
November 2009
Marc Dreier's Crime of Destiny
As mentioned in: Vanity Fair
In the News
October 30, 2009
GHG Appellate Rulings Could Incite Insurance Brawls
As mentioned in: Insurance Law360
In the News
October 2009
SEC Clawback Action on CEO Sets Off Alarms
As mentioned in: Compliance Week
Press Release
September 29, 2009
After Eight Long Years Kuwaiti Detainee Fouad Al Rabiah Must Be Released Says Court

Decision Supports Pillsbury's Argument that US Government Held Client Illegally
In the News
September 25, 2009
Judge Criticizes U.S. Evidence on Gitmo Detainee
As mentioned in: AP
In the News
September 14, 2009
Nuclear Dispute Fallout
As mentioned in: The National Law Journal
Press Release
September 4, 2009
President Obama's National Infrastructure Advisory Council Cites NYC-Pillsbury Effort as Model for Nationwide Disaster Planning
NIAC recommends states and local governments adopt legal framework mirroring NYC program
Press Release
September 2, 2009
Pillsbury Partner Jeffrey S. Ross Appointed Judge of the San Francisco Superior Court
Veteran Litigator Appointed by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
In the News
August 18, 2009
More Details on SEC Enforcement Overhaul
As mentioned in: Compliance Week
Press Release
July 29, 2009
U.S. District Judge Orders Release of Kuwaiti Detainee from Guantanamo
Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly rules there is insufficient evidence to continue the detention of Kuwaiti citizen Khaled Al-Mutairi
Press Release
October 2008
Pillsbury Once Again Chosen as a "Go-To" Firm
Corporate Counsel
Press Release
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