Mr David Kappos > Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP > New York, United States > Lawyer Profile

A strong choice for broker-dealers, banks, startups, as well as public companies, the New York-based practice at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP is knowledgeable of digital payments, protocol design, and Web3 intellectual property mandates. Other areas of expertise for the practice include regulatory cryptocurrency matters, decentralized finance, and DAOs. David Kappos oversees the team and is proficient in the intellectual property aspects of blockchain and cryptocurrency matters. A partner in the firm’s corporate department, Scott Bennett advises issuers and investment banking firms on public and private offerings of securities. Sasha Rosenthal-Larrea often handles the technology, intellectual property, data privacy, and data security aspects of major corporate transactions, while Daniel Barabander is particularly well-versed in compliance and securities matters. Other key team members include co-lead of the firm’s litigation practice Kevin Orsini.

With expertise in a broad range of technologies and industries, Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP represents clients in intellectual property disputes and commercial transactions. The group’s breadth of technical knowledge allows it to act for clients in sectors such as consumer products, telecoms and media and entertainment, and it has specialist capabilities litigating patent disputes in the pharmaceuticals, medical devices and biotech fields. Operating out of New York, the IP practice is co-chaired by Keith Hummel, a patent attorney whose patent litigation practice spans a variety of industries, and David Kappos. Another key practitioner is Sharonmoyee Goswami, who focuses on intellectual property, antitrust and litigation relating to science and tech and is experienced acting for clients in multiple patent litigation venues, including the International Trade Commission and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.

In the technology transactions arena, Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP represents an extensive roster of clients, ranging from startups to global blue-chip companies. The firm stands out for its expertise in tech sector M&A and is also well-equipped to handle IP matters, tech licensing, and the strategic management of tech assets. David Kappos is reputed for his skill in issues at the intersection of tech and IP and also handles deals relating to life sciences, data security, and fintech. George Schoen, co-heads the global M&A practice and handles acquisitions, sales, and joint ventures for corporate tech clients. Sasha Rosenthal-Larrea assists clients with various tech and IP issues, including data privacy matters and commercial arrangements. All individuals named are stationed in New York. Keith Hallam  left the firm in March 2024.