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Events October 27, 2016

How to Win the Evidence Game at Trial? IP Litigator Michael Ng Discusses Strategy at California Trial Advocacy Seminar

IP litigator Michael Ng addressed evidence strategies and standards for trials in California at a PLI seminar on trial advocacy in San Francisco.

Events October 25, 2016

On-Demand Webinar: New Protections for Confidential Business Information: The US Defend Trade Secrets Act and EU Trade Secrets Directive of 2016

Trade secrets are an increasingly important form of intellectual property protection but also a source of business risk, with the FBI estimating that U.S. businesses suffer US $13 billion in losses annually. Losses come from departing employees, potential business partners who acquire confidential information under nondisclosure agreements, or data security breaches. Early- and growth-stage companies are often most at risk, having developed valuable technology or business information but not yet implementing inadequate controls.

Events October 19, 2016

Jason Masimore Focuses on Internal Investigation Life Cycle at Anti-Corruption Conference in Spain

Former U.S. Department of Justice prosecutor and London-based lawyer Jason Masimore addressed how to begin and conduct internal investigations, including the investigative process and how to report findings to stakeholders and/or regulators, at the C5 anti-corruption conference in Spain.

Events October 17, 2016

On-Demand Webinar: Eric Bruce, William McGovern, and Shaun Wu Untangle Hazards of Internal Investigations Conducted in Asia

Internal investigations in Asia are rife with risk for the unprepared.

Accolades October 14, 2016

Kobre & Kim Recognized by Legal 500 as a Market Leader in Dispute Resolution and White-Collar Crime in the UK

Kobre & Kim’s UK team has been recognized as a leading firm in two areas — "Dispute Resolution: Commercial Litigation" and "Fraud: White-Collar Crime" — in The Legal 500 United Kingdom 2016 rankings.

Accolades October 3, 2016

Steven Kobre Recognized as a Highly Regarded Individual in Corporate Defense

Firm co-founder Steven G. Kobre has been recognized by the publishers of the Global Investigation Review as one of the world’s leading lawyers in business crime defense and investigations.

Events September 27, 2016

IP Lawyer Michael Ng Tackles Global Implications of IP Protection Strategies at Palo Alto Trade Secrets Forum

Michael Ng, San Francisco-based IP trial lawyer, led a discussion focused on protection strategies, global implications, and international enforcement of foreign subsidiaries at the Managing Intellectual Property Trade Secrets Forum in Palo Alto.

Events September 20, 2016

Jef Klazen Discussed Navigating Corporate Scandals at the Annual Conference of the International Bar Association

Global corporations are increasingly facing scandals that require the assistance of legal counsel with backgrounds in both criminal and commercial litigation. Jef Klazen, a Kobre & Kim lawyer with extensive litigation experience, spoke September 20 at the International Bar Association Annual Conference.

Accolades September 15, 2016

Kobre & Kim Named to the Global Investigation Review 100 2016

Kobre & Kim has been named one of the world’s leading firms for corporate investigations by Global Investigations Review. The GIR 100 ranks the top 100 firms around the world that demonstrate a unique ability to handle sophisticated cross-border government-led and internal investigations.

Events September 11, 2016

Danielle Rose Speaks at 2016 Benchmark Women in Litigation Forum

The Benchmark Women in Litigation Forum, featuring top female litigators from around the United States, included a presentation by Danielle Rose, a Kobre & Kim litigator who often serves as lead counsel in high-stakes commercial litigation and arbitration matters. Ms. Rose discussed the challenges of coordinating litigation and arbitration efforts in different jurisdictions on the September 20 panel.

Events September 10, 2016

Tim Prudhoe and Jef Klazen to discuss Navigating Treacherous Onshore and Offshore Jurisdictional Terrain

Tim Prudhoe and Jef Klazen will explore the interplay of onshore and offshore jurisdictions at an upcoming program and live webcast hosted by the New York City Bar.

Accolades September 9, 2016

Asian Legal Business Honors Kobre & Kim as Finalist for ‘Litigation Firm of the Year’

Kobre & Kim’s work representing corporate interests and navigating the business environment in Hong Kong recently led to recognition from a prominent Asia-focused legal publication.

Accolades August 9, 2016

Benchmark Litigation Recognizes Michael Kim as ‘Revered’ Among Litigation Peers

Michael S. Kim, co-founder of Kobre & Kim, has been recognized as a leading litigator by Benchmark Litigation, a publication that serves as a guide to leading litigation firms and lawyers.

Accolades August 9, 2016

China Law & Practice Shortlists Kobre & Kim for International Dispute Resolution Work

Kobre & Kim’s work steering clients through international business disputes has been recognized by China Law & Practice, a legal and risk management resource for investors, executives, and in-house counsel in the People's Republic of China.

Accolades August 6, 2016

Asian Legal Business Honors Kobre & Kim as Finalist for ‘Litigation Firm of the Year’

Kobre & Kim’s work representing corporate interests and navigating the business environment in Hong Kong recently led to accolades from a prominent Asia-focused legal publication.