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Ellis George obtained a significant victory this week when the Ninth Circuit affirmed a dismissal of unfair trade practice claims against its client Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, Inc. (CAPS). CAPS, an affiliated company of B. Braun Medical and part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in North America, operates FDA-regulated outsourcing facilities that prepare …

Ellis George Prevails in Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Published Decision Clarifying Implied Preemption Under the Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act Read More »

Partners Thomas P. O’Brien and Peter Obstler were selected to the 29th edition of Best Lawyers in America®. Mr. O’Brien was recognized in the fields of Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation – Securities, and Mr. Obstler was recognized in the field of Commercial Litigation. Associate Keian Vahedy was also recognized in the third edition of the Best …

Three Ellis George Attorneys Listed in the 2023 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ Read More »

Partner Noah Helpern was quoted in the Santa Monica Lookout on the status of a housing lawsuit filed on behalf of several Ellis George clients claiming a violation of the constitutional rights of both landlords and tenants in Santa Monica. A U.S. District Court judge has allowed discovery to proceed in the suit, which challenges …

Noah Helpern Quoted in Santa Monica Lookout on Status of a Housing Lawsuit Read More »

Partner Serli Polatoglu was featured in the Daily Journal‘s special report, “Top Forty Under 40 2022,” which celebrates the achievements of lawyers in California under the age of 40. Click here to see the full article. (Subscription may be required.)

Partner Chris Arledge‘s article “6 storytelling do’s and don’ts for lawyers” was published today in the ABA Journal. In this piece, Chris describes the critical role of storytelling in the courtroom and suggests practical ways to utilize this tool effectively. To read the full article, click here. (Subscription may be required.) Chris is an experienced …

Chris Arledge’s Article on Storytelling in Trial Advocacy Published in the ABA Journal Read More »

Managing Partner Keith Wesley was quoted in an article today on Managing IP titled “Funders and sympathy: how counsel win David v Goliath battles,” which discusses the dynamics and costs of trademark disputes between larger corporations and smaller businesses. While some observers may believe smaller businesses have the natural advantage due to jury sympathy, Wesley …

Keith Wesley Quoted in Managing IP on Trademark Battles Between Smaller and Larger Entities Read More »

Partner Jennie Wang VonCannon was quoted in an article on Thomson Reuters titled “Practice Innovations: The real risk of ransomware in 2022 and beyond.” In this article, Ms. VonCannon describes the most common cause of security breaches and what critical steps should be considered in the event of an attack. Click here to read the full article. Jennie is a Certified …

Jennie Wang VonCannon Quoted in Thomson Reuters on Current Ransomware Risks and Responses Read More »

The Daily Journal interviewed Partner Eric George regarding Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón’s attempt to contest the constitutionality of the Three Strikes Law by petitioning the state Supreme Court. Last month, the Court of Appeal issued a published decision affirming the DA’s mandatory obligation to enforce California’s Three Strikes Law on behalf of …

Eric George Quoted in the Daily Journal on Los Angeles County DA George Gascón’s Efforts to Reverse Ruling Read More »

Partners Trent Copeland and Thomas P. O’Brien have been recognized in the Los Angeles Business Journal‘s special edition issue, “Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys,” along with information about their careers, practice and relevant recent successes they’ve achieved. Click here to see the full edition. Those selected for inclusion were independently reviewed by the Los Angeles Business Journal editorial department …

Trent Copeland and Thomas P. O’Brien Recognized in Los Angeles Business Journal’s “Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys” Special Issue Read More »

Ellis George LLP secured a major victory last week in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California, as a federal jury deadlocked and reached no verdict against its client, retired Rear Admiral Bruce Loveless. The jury convicted four other Navy officers on all counts after four months of trial and nearly three weeks …

Ellis George LLP Successfully Defends Navy Admiral in “Fat Leonard” Bribery Trial Read More »