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Michael R. Annis IP & IP LitigationShares Client Philosophy

Michael R. Annis

Mike takes a holistic approach, digging deep to understand the totality of circumstances surrounding each case and the specific impact on a client's existing business and future plans. With 25-plus years' experience in intellectual property consultation and litigation, Mike protects critical assets and business information for clients nationwide. His pragmatic…
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August 12, 2026
Avery Hitchcock IP & IP Litigation

Avery Hitchcock

Avery is a tested trial attorney who works in intellectual property litigation and transactions. ​ Avery Hitchcock splits his time between intellectual property transactional and litigation matters. On the litigation side, Avery works with clients from the pre-litigation stages all the way through trial and appeals. Avery has been the…
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August 12, 2026
Timothy L. Capria IP & IP Litigation

Timothy L. Capria

Tim is a forward-thinking IP, media, and franchise strategist who turns complex legal challenges into business wins. Tim provides sophisticated counsel in intellectual property (IP), franchising, advertising, and media law. Tim is widely recognized for his strategic approach to portfolio management and counseling for multinational brands, with deep experience advising…
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August 12, 2026
Matt Manning CFPBFinanceLitigation

Matt Manning

Matt represents clients in consumer financial services litigation with a clear goal: efficient, strategic dispute resolution that allows them to remain focused on running their businesses. Drawing on more than 15 years of civil litigation experience, Matt represents banks, mortgage servicers, captive finance companies, independent lenders, credit unions, and vehicle…
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August 12, 2026
Conor J. Dale Artificial Intelligence (AI)Class ActionsLitigation

Conor J. Dale

Conor Dale is a principal in the San Francisco, California, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. He has experience representing employers in state and federal employment litigation including single plaintiff discrimination, harassment, retaliation and breach of contract claims and wage and hour class action experience. He has particular expertise in contractual…
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August 12, 2026
Rick Bergstrom Labor & EmploymentShares Client Philosophy

Rick Bergstrom

Rick Bergstrom is a Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers and has been praised by clients for his creative and strategic thinking, focus on client service, and business-minded approach to problem-solving and litigation. For more than 30 years, Rick has successfully defended clients in class actions, California…
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August 12, 2026
Alison I. Stein CopyrightMedia & EntertainmentWomen

Alison I. Stein

Widely recognized among the nation's leading entertainment and content lawyers, Alison Stein is a trusted counsel for technology, entertainment, and media companies facing high-stakes litigation and complex content issues. Clients rely on Alison's proven counsel, strategic know-how and litigation experience to address issues ranging from copyright infringement, content moderation and…
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August 12, 2026
Brian C. Wheeler M&ATransactions

Brian C. Wheeler

Brian Wheeler is a seasoned strategic advisor with decades of experience providing legal and business guidance to clients across a wide variety of industries. Both Brian's work in private practice and his in-house career have given him an extensive background in M&A —particularly cross-border M&A — transactions involving venture-backed companies…
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August 12, 2026