Robins Kaplan LLP

Next Wednesday, December 4, Denise Rahne will present at the Minnesota CLE seminar, “Trust & Estate Litigation in Minnesota.” She will discuss Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in trust and estate disputes, examining the unique challenges and valuable opportunities ADR provides. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gZaVKygz. #TrustAndEstate #Litigation #AlternativeDisputeResolution #ADR

Our Wealth Planning, Administration, and Fiduciary Disputes Group recently hosted its annual Wealth Disputes Seminar, bringing together legal professionals, fiduciaries, wealth advisors, and thought leaders to explore the complexities of wealth transfer and preservation. The day featured incredible insights from ALAN HARTER on fostering resilient financial legacies, Rebecca Gillette on the history and impact of racial covenants with the Mapping Prejudice Project, and a thought-provoking panel discussion with Andre Dukes, MA, PJ Hill, and Ann Wilczynski, who shared diverse perspectives on defining and navigating wealth. Thank you to all our speakers, attendees, and everyone who contributed to this engaging event. #WealthDisputes #CLE #WealthManagement #EstatePlanning

Marc Betinsky will discuss how privacy interests, particularly those based on statutes, are implicated in federal litigation during the Federal Bar Association’s Minnesota Chapter roundtable, “Can You Keep a Secret? Privacy Laws and Civil Litigation” on December 3. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gFpqvz4X. #PrivacyLaw #CivilLitigation #FBA

On December 12, David Prange and Bryan Mechell will present on the Licensing Executives Society International (LESI) seminar, “Strategies for Licensing AI: A Litigation Perspective.” They will explore the unique challenges of licensing AI-powered software and share best practices for negotiating MSAs, statements of work, and other license agreements involving AI. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gbS6fqqk. #AILicensing #LegalInsights #LicensingAI

We’re proud to announce a significant win for our client, U.S. Merchants, in a long-standing trade dress infringement case brought by National Presto Industries.   On November 12, 2024, the Eighth Circuit upheld the District of Minnesota’s earlier decision, finding that National Presto lacked trade dress in its parabolic heater design. The appellate court had "no difficulty" affirming that National Presto’s trade dress claim was unsupported, citing the lack of direct consumer evidence and the prevalence of similar components used by competitors.   This ruling concludes nearly six years of litigation, reinforcing U.S. Merchants' ability to compete and innovate in the marketplace without disruption.   Congratulations to our team, Christopher Larus, William Manske, Emily Tremblay, Jessica Gutierrez, and Travis K. Waller!   Read more about this decision: https://lnkd.in/gaPFsiWR. #AppellateVictory #TradeDressLitigation

Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor and remember the lives lost and stand united in support of the transgender community. We will continue to advocate for a world where everyone is free to live authentically and without fear. #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance

Join Matthew Cardosi, Linda Banks, and Tyler Simmons on December 11 as they present on the Boston Bar Association webinar, “2024 Year in Review: eDiscovery and Artificial Intelligence.” They will explore top trends and developments in eDiscovery and AI, along with the case law, software, and related tools that shaped these developments. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/gu59E7fB. #AI #EDiscovery #AritificalIntelligence

Does the use of an F1 sponsor’s trademarks in a biographical account of the Team Principal’s time with the driving team constitute trademark infringement, or is it protected under the First Amendment? The Central District of California recently tackled this question in Haas Automation v. Guenther Steiner. In their Daily Journal article, David Martinez and Navin R. break down this key decision and its impact on balancing brand rights with expressive content. Read here: https://lnkd.in/gDYdtGVF. #TrademarkLaw #FirstAmendment #CreativeExpression #IPLaw #LegalInsights

We were honored to sponsor and take part in the 2024 Appellate Judges Education Institute (AJEI) Summit held in Boston this year. Our attorneys valued the practical appellate judicial education programming, bench-bar networking, and opportunity to engage with appellate judges, lawyers, and other thought leaders shaping the future of appellate advocacy. Thank you to AJEI for hosting such an impactful event and fostering a space for education and collaboration in the appellate community. #AppellateLaw #LegalEducation #AJEI Ramon Ledezma Maldonado, Robert Callahan, Jr., Eric Magnuson, Lauren Coppola, Caroline A. McMahon

Congratulations to Lauren Coppola for being recognized on Profiles in Diversity Journal’s inaugural Emerging Leaders list, celebrating rising leaders who are driving impactful change and fostering inclusion across industries. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g-ZbHA_7. #LawFirmLeadership #LegalExcellence #DiversityAndInclusion #WomenInLaw