Client Collaborations
All Representative Cases
Represented investor in franchisor in federal court action alleging pre-sale fraud and misrepresentation claims against investor and franchisor. Obtained dismissal of claims at pleading stage.
Since 2019, assisted several public and private companies with preparation, adoption, and implementation of stock incentive compensation plans, including stock option, restricted stock, restricted stock unit, and performance share award agreements, as well as required securities filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and state securities divisions.
“Thanks again for the excellent job you did as our mediator. We all appreciate how much effort you put into the case and I am convinced that most mediators would not have gotten the claims settled. You have a very effective style!” (Plaintiff’s Counsel)
Represented public university in lawsuit involving unpaid compensation claims from former faculty member. Successfully obtained dismissal based on faculty member’s failure to exhaust administrative remedies. Later upheld by appellate court.
Represented owner in easement dispute arising from the expansion of its Everett headquarters, culminating in a one-week bench trial.
Advice to U.S.-based higher education institutions on foreign country requirements for providing college-level classes and degrees, establishing subsidiaries abroad, and handling employment relationships, including contract negotiations and drafting.
Provide counsel to corporate clients on a wide range of compliance and permitting issues, including cannabis, hemp, and liquor.
Represented motor vehicle manufacturer in federal court action alleging wrongful termination of dealership in violation of state and federal law. Obtained order transferring case to appropriate district.
Provided advice on a wide variety of corporate documents, including board committee charters, environmental, social and governance policies, codes of ethics and business conduct, conflicts of interest policies, stock ownership guidelines, whistleblower policies, compensation clawback policies, share repurchase programs, and indemnification agreements.