With a proven track record in trade secrets protection strategies, the team at Winston Taylor advises clients from diverse industries on misappropriation risks and claims. The team regularly handles issues such as theft of proprietary information, breach of restrictive covenants, and violations of the Defend Trade Secrets Act. Danielle Williams, Nimalka Wickramasekera, and Jennifer Golinveaux jointly steer the practice, where Williams oversees the group from Charlotte; Wickramasekera, in Los Angeles, is recommended for disputes against competitors; and Golinveaux is the main contact in San Francisco. Bobby Malhotra, also in LA, and Kathi Vidal, who joined the team in Dec 2024 from the USPTO, are experts in AI-based products litigation; Dallas-based John Sanders is proficient in non-compete agreements; Steven Grimes in Chicago leverages federal prosecution expertise.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Key clients
- Alphatec Holdings, Inc.
- Corning
- FieldTurf USA, Inc.
- KVP Holdings, LLC
- Tarkett USA, Inc.
- Versata
Work highlights
Defended KVP Holdings against BHI Energy’s $150M lawsuit, securing dismissal of all claims with prejudice and a swift Fifth Circuit affirmation following oral argument.
Representing ProFrac and U.S. Well Services in three cases against competitor Liberty Energy, asserting claims of patent infringement, trade secret misappropriation, and breach of contract concerning hydraulic fracturing technology.
Represented Alphatec in multi-year, multi-forum litigation against competitor NuVasive.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Danielle Williams; Nimalka Wickramasekera; Jennifer Golinveaux
Other key lawyers
Bobby Malhotra; Kathi Vidal; John Sanders; Steven Grimes