Goodwin

Fielding specialist lawyers overseeing all aspects of multi-jurisdictional M&A and venture capital financing rounds, Goodwin has in-depth knowledge in advising domestic and international corporations from across the cannabis, agriculture, and music spheres. The team’s litigious expertise is extensive, predominantly concentrating on trade mark infringement claims, unfair competition disputes, and advertising law cases, coupled with regulatory compliance coverage. Located in San Francisco, co-heads Jennifer Fisher and Brett Schuman are knowledgeable on all elements of government investigations and IP litigation. The other Silicon Valley-based head, William Growney is an expert in corporate governance proceedings and data security matters, in New York, Joshua Eisenson routinely assists strategic investors and private equity funds, and San Francisco’s Harry Berezin is highly knowledgeable on cannabis and hemp regulations. The team stands out for its insight into securities litigation investigations, RICO class actions, and contentious commercial issues, along with concentrating on brand partnership and definitive agreements.