Cozen O’Connor was named a “Notable Firm” in the World Intellectual Property Review (WIPR) USA Trade Secrets Rankings 2024. James Gale, co-chair of the firm’s Intellectual Property Litigation Practice and chair of the firm’s Trade Secrets Practice, was named to its “Recommended Individuals” list.

WIPR’s USA Trade Secrets Rankings 2024 assess law firms and lawyers on their experience in key areas of trade secrets law, including litigation, counseling, and policy advocacy. The rankings also consider their experience in high-stakes litigation, innovative approaches to protecting confidential information, and commitment to staying ahead of emerging challenges.

Gale focuses his practice in the area of intellectual property litigation and counseling. He is a registered patent attorney with 42 years of experience, Board Certified in Intellectual Property by the Florida Bar, and the former inaugural chair of Florida’s IP Board Certification Committee. Gale has handled hundreds of cases involving theft of trade secrets, restrictive covenants, patents, trademarks, unfair competition, and internet disputes. He has appeared in over 400 federal cases in more than 48 federal district and circuit courts, as well as handled hundreds of injunctions in over 35 different states around the nation.

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WIPR provides news and guidance on the challenges facing businesses and legal practitioners active in intellectual property. The WIPR website publishes the latest stories on patents, trademarks, and copyright.

About Cozen O’Connor

Established in 1970, Cozen O’Connor has over 925 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions. The firm counsels clients on their most sophisticated legal matters in all areas of the law, including litigation, corporate, and regulatory law. Representing a broad array of leading global corporations and middle market companies, Cozen O’Connor serves its clients’ needs through 33 offices across two continents.