Nixon Peabody LLP‘s trade secrets collective is headed up by Boston and New York-based attorney Matthew McLaughlin who is experienced assisting clients with matters of alleged misappropriation and those regarding breaches of restrictive covenants. The team is experienced representing companies in allegations made by former employees at both state Superior and Federal court level. Former co-lead of the practice Laura Bacon departed the team to an in-house role and Richard Tilghman left to Vedder Price in May and September 2023 respectively; both were previously based at the firm’s Chicago office.
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Key clients
- JetNet LLC
- Shutterfly Lifetouch LLC
- Strata Solar
- Nu Pagamentos S.A., d.b.a Nubank
- Aon Corporation
Work highlights
- Representing Shutterfly Lifetouch LLC with various litigation matters against former employees and competitor in New York State Court and Connecticut and Minnesota federal courts involving claims of violations of restrictive covenants and trade secret misappropriation.
- Defending JETNET in a trade secret dispute in Los Angeles Superior Court, asserting our own claims of hosting agreement and confidentiality.
- Representing Nu Pagamentos S.A., known as Nubank, in a case in federal court against a former employee involving allegations of trademark infringement, unfair competition, and cybersquatting.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Matthew McLaughlin