Baker Botts L.L.P.
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The trade secrets practice at Baker Botts L.L.P. is a key port of call for clients seeking to avoid or defend themselves from claims of business-critical information misappropriation and theft. Alongside its advisory services for information leaks prevention, the team also supports with defence from misappropriation claims, including injunctive relief orders. Co-leading the practice is a dynamic group comprised of Christa Stanford, who conducts her activities out of Dallas; Jennifer Tempesta, based in New York; David Wille, also in Dallas, experienced in dispute resolution and appellate mandates; and Cheryl Cauley in Palo Alto. Katharine Burke in Washington, DC is also a key member of the group, recommended for tech litigation.
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Key clients
- Dril-Quip, Inc
- DXC Technology Company
Work highlights
Represented Computer Sciences Corporation in a trade secrets lawsuit against Tata Consultancy Services in the Northern District of Texas, alleging Tata misappropriated CSC’s trade secrets to develop a competing insurance policy administration system.


