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Major Boost in IP Litigation at Cleary Gottlieb

In a significant move aimed at reinforcing its capabilities in intellectual property litigation, Cleary Gottlieb has announced the addition of five distinguished partners to its team. This new group relates directly to high-stakes and complex legal battles that can define a company’s future. The five partners — Clement Naples, Bert Reiser, Giri Pathmanaban, Greg Sobolski, and Thomas Yeh — join the firm's already robust roster of legal experts in New York, Washington, D.C., and the Bay Area.

Expertise That Matters

Each of the new partners brings a wealth of experience and unique skill sets that align perfectly with the firm's objective of providing unparalleled service to its clients in technology, life sciences, and media sectors. Cleary's Managing Partner, Michael Gerstenzang, emphasized how their addition enhances the firm's ability to tackle the most challenging IP cases, stating, "The addition of our newest partners positions Cleary to serve our clients in winning their most complex IP cases."

Profiles of the New Partners

1. Clement Naples: Renowned as a first-chair trial lawyer, Naples has led pivotal patent infringement and trade secret cases across various courts and at the International Trade Commission. With a strong physics background, he specializes in semiconductor design cases and is set to bring his expertise to Cleary's New York office.

2. Giri Pathmanaban: With a specialization in high-stakes patent and trade secret disputes, Pathmanaban’s experience in artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and cybersecurity complements his new role in the firm's Bay Area locations.

3. Bert Reiser: Highly regarded in litigation practices at the International Trade Commission, Reiser has represented numerous clients in over 70 investigations. His objective insight into patent law makes him a valuable asset joining the Washington, D.C. office.

4. Greg Sobolski: A trial lawyer adept in representing clients across the spectrum from startups to Fortune 100 companies, Sobolski will leverage his strategic insight on complex IP matters in the Bay Area.

5. Thomas Yeh: Well-versed in managing global patent and trade secret cases, Yeh's electrical engineering knowledge empowers him to navigate advanced technology challenges, contributing significantly to the Bay Area team.

Driving Client Success

Victor Hou, co-practice group leader for Americas litigation, noted that the close-knit collaboration of this group over the past decade has yielded remarkable results in addressing clients’ high-stakes IP disputes. He reinforced Cleary's commitment to becoming the premier choice for