Intellectual Property & Technology Disputes | Kobre & Kim

Publications November 1, 2024

‘An M&A Cautionary Tale’: Daniel Zaheer and Michael Ng Discuss the Propel Victory with IAM Magazine

As reported by IAM, the $604.9 million jury verdict Kobre & Kim obtained on behalf of Propel Fuels in its trade secrets misappropriation case against Phillips 66 is a mergers and acquisitions cautionary tale.

Accolades October 25, 2024

Michael Ng and Daniel Zaheer Named “Litigators of the Week” by The American Lawyer

Kobre & Kim’s Michael Ng and Daniel Zaheer were named “Litigators of the Week” by The American Lawyer.

Client Alert October 21, 2024

Jury Awards Kobre & Kim Client US $604.9 Million in Trade Secret Case

Propel Fuels, Inc. (“Propel”), a low-carbon fuel provider, was awarded victory by a jury in its trade secrets misappropriation case against Phillips 66 Company (“Phillips 66”).
On October 16, 2024, the jury found that Phillips 66’s renewable fuels business was developed using Propel’s trade secrets in violation of California’s Uniform Trade Secrets Act and awarded unjust enrichment damages totaling US $604.9 million.
The jury also found Phillips 66’s misappropriation willful and malicious, meaning the Court may triple the total damages award.

Accolades August 15, 2024

Michael Ng Lauded Among Top Global IP Strategists in IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders Guide

The most recent IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders Guide has once again recognized Kobre & Kim’s Michael Ng among the very top intellectual property (IP) practitioners and strategists in the world.

Client Alert June 14, 2024

Cross-border strategies coordinated by PRC-based global counsel can enhance Chinese companies' abilities to monetize IP claims

Chinese companies with significant intellectual property (“IP”) assets continue to see their bottom lines threatened amid increased competition with the U.S. and other Western companies.
Kobre & Kim's ongoing commitment to its mainland China presence (recently featured in Law360) is critical to its ability to effectively manage cross-border IP disputes initiated outside China by Chinese companies in industries such as biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and consumer goods.

Accolades June 7, 2024

Kobre & Kim’s “Powerhouse” IP Team, Partners Michael Ng and Daniel Zaheer Ranked as Top Global Patent Litigators

Calling Kobre & Kim a “top-tier patent litigation outfit that has a stellar reputation for getting results,” leading industry publication IAM has again recognized the firm’s intellectual property (IP) team in its 2024 edition of the IAM Patent 1000.

Accolades October 5, 2023

Michael Ng Recognized as Top IP Strategist by IAM Strategy 300

Kobre & Kim’s Michael Ng was again named to the IAM Strategy 300, which recognizes the “pioneers” in the IP industry who “innovatively create and action strategies which realize and amplify the worth of IP portfolios.”

Accolades July 18, 2023

Kobre & Kim’s “Powerhouse” IP Team, Partners Michael Ng and Daniel Zaheer Ranked as Top Global Patent Litigators

Calling Kobre & Kim a “top-tier patent litigation outfit that has a stellar reputation for getting results,” leading industry publication IAM has again recognized the firm’s intellectual property (IP) team in its 2023 edition of the IAM Patent 1000. IAM said that both sides—patent holders and accused infringers—look to the firm for “aggressive and creative strategies that will swiftly put any dispute to bed.”

Accolades December 22, 2022

Michael Ng Among Top IP Practitioners in 2023 IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders

The latest IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders has recognized Kobre & Kim’s Michael Ng among its top intellectual property practitioners from around the world.

Events November 7, 2022

Jason Masimore, John Han, Michael Ng on Asset-Focused Strategies to Fight Illicit Trade in Hong Kong ACC Webinar

Illicit trade is a low-risk, high-reward venture for criminals at the expense of companies whose goods are being trafficked. Fighting the traffickers to protect the company’s business has always been a drain on resources – but as Kobre & Kim’s Jason Masimore, John Han and Michael Ng explained during a webinar hosted by the Hong Kong Association of Corporate Counsel on November 2, in-house counsel can deploy new strategies that increase effectiveness and generate possible returns.

Publications October 6, 2022

Daniel Zaheer and Julian Pymento Unpack the Globalization of U.S. Trade Secrets Law in The Daily Journal

No international legal regime protecting trade secrets exists, but non-U.S. companies may be surprised to learn that U.S. courts and agencies have filled this void, applying U.S. law to cross-border disputes. This trend could devastate overseas companies that are unprepared to have their practices scrutinized under US rules. For would-be trade secret plaintiffs, the trend creates a major opportunity. Kobre & Kim’s Daniel Zaheer and Julian Pymento, who both focus on high-stakes cross-border intellectual property litigation, explain in an article for The Daily Journal.

Accolades July 12, 2022

Kobre & Kim and IP Litigators Michael Ng, Daniel Zaheer and Michael Rosen Recognized by IAM Patent 1000 for “Trial Readiness” and “Client-Defined Wins”

Kobre & Kim and its intellectual property (IP) lawyers Michael Ng, Daniel Zaheer and Michael Rosen have once again been recognized in the 2022 IAM Patent 1000, which lists the leading IP law firms and practitioners around the world.

Events June 21, 2022

Michael M. Rosen on Intellectual Property Protections for COVID-19 Vaccines

Kobre & Kim’s Michael M. Rosen, who focuses on cross-border intellectual property disputes, moderates a live panel on the debate over intellectual property protections for COVID-19 vaccines from 2:30 pm to 3:30 EST, June 21, 2022, at the AEI Auditorium in Washington, DC.

Accolades January 28, 2022

Michael Ng Recognized Among Top Global IP Strategists in IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders Guide

The 2022 IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders guide has placed Kobre & Kim’s Michael Ng among the very top intellectual property (IP) practitioners and strategists in major IP markets in North America, Europe and Asia.

Accolades October 6, 2021

Daniel Zaheer Recognized Among The Daily Journal’s Top Trade Secrets Lawyers 2021

In an editorial, The Daily Journal has recognized Kobre & Kim’s Daniel Zaheer, who focuses on trade secrets disputes and patent infringement litigation, as one of their Top Trade Secrets Lawyers 2021, and they sat down with him to discuss his practice.