For frequent patent asserters, things used to be simple: buy patents, allege infringement against anyone you could and then make settlement offers. But a series of issues is forcing changes to the business model of companies that make money from patents they do not use to produce goods or services.
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A Guide to Texas Law for Short-Term Residential Rentals
While the rapid growth of the sharing economy has expanded a multitude of business opportunities, it has also raised legal questions about the use of real property in the short-term rental market. This overview of Texas law on the subject shows how courts, cities, and neighborhoods have attempted to restrict or allow short-term rentals and gives tips for regulating them through restrictive covenants.
AKK Discusses 1,000 Lawyer Combo with Hunton & Williams
One year ago, Andrews Kurth merged with New York IP boutique Kenyon & Kenyon. Now, leaders at the Houston-based corporate law firm appear interested in joining forces with a larger national or regional practice. Industry insiders say AKK has had discussions with Hunton & Williams that would create a 1,000-attorney firm with about $850 million in revenues.
SCOTUS Hears Oral Argument on Future of Class Action Waivers
On Monday, the Supreme Court of the United States heard oral argument in three consolidated cases that will decide the future of class action waivers in the employment context. The cases kicked off the Court’s new term and will likely be the most important employment cases to be decided in the coming year.
Baker McKenzie Selects Former MP of V&E's Hong Kong Office to Lead Global LNG Practice
David Lang practiced for seven years in V&E’s Hong Kong office, including two years as managing partner.
Munsch Hardt Strengthens Houston Construction Practice with Four Laterals from Coats Rose
The new lateral hires are headlined by shareholders Bob Hancock and Mason Hester and include associates Tiffany Harrod and Teia Kelly.
Philadelphia Firm Launches Austin Office, Its Second in Texas
Duane Morris has hired IP partner Bert Green from Norton Rose Fulbright and energy partner Brad Thompson from King & Spalding to open an outpost in the state capital.
Jamil Alibhai of Munck Wilson Elected to Make-A-Wish® Board of Directors
Alibhai is chair of Munck Wilson’s complex litigation/dispute resolution practice and serves on the firm’s executive committee.
UNT Law Dean Royal Furgeson Announces Retirement
Retired federal judge Royal Furgeson plans to retire as the dean of the University of North Texas at Dallas College of Law next June. Furgeson left the federal bench in 2013 to help create and launch the downtown Dallas public law school with the objective of providing a three-year legal education at a significantly reduced cost in hopes of attracting a more diversified student body.
Kirkland Promotes Five to Partner in Houston
The Chicago-based firm promoted 97 attorneys firmwide.