Debevoise & Plimpton LLP excels at IP-related advertising litigation involving trade marks as well as litigating false advertising disputes in court before the FTC, FDA and NAD. The team works closely together with scientists and statisticians to substantiate client’s advertising claims. A stand-out area of expertise for the firm is prosecuting and defending against requests for preliminary injunctions. Practice head David Bernstein leads the team from San Francisco and is noted for his specialism in trade mark claims including acting as a domain name arbitrator and mediator in trade mark cases. In New York, Megan Bannigan focuses on trade mark and copyright litigation, Michael Schaper handles civil litigation and Jared Kagan is well-versed false advertising, copyright, trade mark and defamation cases. Over in Washington DC, Paul Rubin is the go-to for FTC investigations and disputes before the NAD.
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‘The team worked cohesively to understand the facts and develop the defence.’
‘David Bernstein is a brilliant mind and litigator. Amazing presence and credibility in the courtroom.'
'Jared Kagan is a quick study and strong leader on the team.'
'Abe Tabaie is also a quick study and creative mind.'
'Marissa Baron is a strong contributor to the team. ’
Key clients
- American Express
- BodyArmor
- Coopervision
- DraftKings
- Frontier Communications
- H&R Block
- Italic Inc.
- Judd Foundation
- Marketing Architects
- Merck KGaA
Work highlights
Represented H&R Block in a lawsuit brought by Intuit Inc. for false advertising regarding H&R Block’s claims that its online DIY tax preparation products are less expensive than those that Intuit provides.
Advised Judd Foundation on a pro bono basis in a lawsuit against Kim Kardashian and Clements Design in California federal court.
Represented DraftKings in a right of publicity action against MLB Players Inc. (MLBPI) involving the use of players images in the DraftKings Sportsbook and on DraftKings’ social media.
Lawyers
Hall of fame
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Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Megan Bannigan
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Jared Kagan
Practice head
David Bernstein
Other key lawyers
Megan Bannigan; Paul Rubin; Michael Schaper; Jared Kagan; Abe Tabaie; Marissa Baron