Dorsey Expands Southern California IP Litigation with New Partner
Event summary
- Benjamin Yaghoubian joins Dorsey & Whitney LLP as a Partner in the Intellectual Property Litigation group in Southern California.
- Yaghoubian is the first IP Litigation attorney in Dorsey's Costa Mesa office, which has grown by nine attorneys since last fall.
- He brings experience in high-stakes patent litigation, including cases in district courts, the ITC, and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.
- Yaghoubian represents technology leaders in sectors like computer hardware, software, wireless technology, and medical devices.
The big picture
Dorsey's hiring of Benjamin Yaghoubian underscores the growing importance of IP litigation in the technology sector. As patent disputes and trade secret cases become more complex, law firms are investing in specialized talent to serve high-stakes clients. This move also reflects Dorsey's broader strategy of expanding its presence in key regional markets, particularly in areas with a high concentration of tech companies.
What we're watching
- Market Positioning
- How Dorsey's expansion in IP litigation will affect its competitive standing in Southern California.
- Client Acquisition
- Whether the addition of Yaghoubian will attract more technology clients to Dorsey.
- Strategic Growth
- The pace at which Dorsey will continue to grow its Southern California office.
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