Category: Firm News

April 10, 2019

Associate Wesley Cheung Joins San Francisco Office

Associate Wesley Cheung has joined the Immigration Group in the San Francisco office. Wesley practices U.S. immigration and nationality law, concentrating in employment-based immigration.  He works with clients to obtain non-immigrant and immigrant visas, including preparation of petitions for researchers and scientists in the biotechnology and healthcare industries.

Wesley received his J.D. from University of California, Davis School of Law and his B.A. from University of California, Berkeley.

About the Immigration Group
Known for our collaborative approach, we create customized programs that reflect the latest developments in immigration law and ensure ongoing worksite compliance. We work with clients to balance priorities effectively and invest in processes that achieve their corporate goals and gain the trust of their employees. Our goal is to help clients seamlessly navigate immigration requirements for employees in every country and proactively plan for changes in law and policy.

 

February 12, 2019

Brian Brokate Recognized in World’s Leading Trademark Professionals

Intellectual Property Group Head Brian Brokate was named to the World Trademark Review’s global list of the World’s Leading Trademark Professionals for the fifth year in a row. Recognized as one of New York’s top individuals and law firms in enforcement litigation, Brian and Gibney rank among the most prominent IP lawyers and law firms handling this type of work.  World Trademark Review is a global independent daily news and information service dedicated exclusively to reporting on trademark issues for in-house and private practitioners internationally.

November 1, 2018

Gibney’s Immigration Group Recognized in U.S. News 2019 Best Law Firms

Gibney was recognized in U.S. News – Best Lawyers® for 2019. The firm has been named a Tier 1 National “Best Law Firm” for Immigration. The practice also received a Tier 1 ranking in New York City. Firms included in the 2019 “Best Law Firms” list are recognized for professional excellence among clients and peers.

Dedicated to meeting the U.S. and global immigration needs of our clients around the world, our Immigration Group delivers strategic solutions specifically tailored to meet each client’s need. We partner with clients to help attract, support and retain the international talent essential to their business success.

 

July 22, 2018

Ellen Poreda and Stephen Maltby Co-Author Chapter on U.S. Immigration

Immigration Partners Ellen Poreda and Stephen Maltby co-authored the United States chapter of The Corporate Immigration Review.

The chapter provides an introduction to the U.S. immigration framework including legislation and policy, international treaty obligations, employer sponsorships and visas for investors, skilled migrants and entreprenuers. The chapter also includes a year in review.

The Corporate Immigration Review is a guide summarizing key immigration issues from some of the world’s leading immigration lawyers.

View the full chapter here.

 
July 18, 2018

Meredith M. Mazzola Named Chair of Private Client Group

Gibney is pleased to announce that Partner Meredith M. Mazzola was named Chair of the Private Client Group.

Meredith handles federal, state and international tax matters for a variety of clients from multinational corporations to individuals. With the tax landscape constantly changing, she is innovative in the design of solutions for clients and develops tax strategies that can adapt to new regulatory requirements.

Gibney’s Private Client Group provides tax and estate planning for individuals, families and their closely held businesses. Services include estates, trusts, fiduciary selection, and retirement and income tax planning.

July 18, 2018

Jeffrey E. Dupler Named Chair of Litigation Group

Gibney is pleased to announce that Partner Jeffrey E. Dupler was named Chair of the Litigation Group.

As an intellectual property litigator, Jeff advises clients on trademark and trade dress infringement, unfair competition and copyright infringement claims. Jeff has handled a broad spectrum of complex federal and state court commercial litigation and alternative dispute resolution proceedings, from contract disputes to business tort claims.

Whether in litigation, alternative dispute resolution, mediation or developing a more innovative approach to problem solving, Gibney’s Litigation Group works with clients to resolve conflicts efficiently.

July 16, 2018

Immigration Attorney David W. Johnson Promoted to Partner

Gibney is pleased to announce that David W. Johnson has been promoted to Partner.

As an attorney in Gibney’s Immigration Group, David assists corporate and individual clients in immigrant, nonimmigrant, and citizenship matters and provides advice on immigration-related onboarding compliance issues.

The Emerging Business Group provides U.S. immigration and global mobility services for entrepreneurs, start-ups, established businesses and their employees. David helps to guide entrepreneurs through all stages of the start-up process including advising on immigration and connecting businesses with the firm’s other practice areas to provide advice on business formation and qualification, intellectual property, employment, real estate, and tax.

Prior to joining Gibney in 2009, David served as an Immigration Attorney with the Staff Attorneys’ Office of the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.

July 5, 2018

Brian Brokate and Maja Szumarska Co-author Article on Ex Parte Seizure Orders

IP attorneys Brian Brokate and Maja Szumarska co-authored the article “Ex Parte Seizure Orders Under 15 U.S.C. § 1116(d) (Section 34 of the Lanham Act): Recent Developments in Case Law.” The article was published in the May–June 2018 issue of The Trademark Reporter. The article provides a summary of recent counterfeiting cases and highlights the need to adhere closely to the statutory requirements when seeking ex parte seizure relief. The Trademark Reporter is the law journal of the International Trademark Association. It is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to trademark law and related topics under U.S. and international law.

Brian Brokate is head of Gibney’s Intellectual Property Practice Group. He has extensive experience in trademark and copyright enforcement procedures to combat infringement and counterfeiting. Maja Szumarska concentrates on intellectual property protection and enforcement actions in federal court.

June 8, 2018

Stephen Maltby and David Johnson Co-author Article on Doing Business in the U.S.

Immigration Partners Stephen Maltby and David Johnson co-authored an article in the Trade and Investment Guide to the US for BrtishAmerican Business. The publication was launched at the BABC Conference in Birmingham, United Kingdom on June 6.

The Annual Transatlantic Business Conference brings together 300 Senior Executives throughout the U.S. and U.K. for a 2-day program of high-level business discussions and networking with business executives actively involved in transatlantic business.

The article addressed key immigration issues for foreign businesses looking to establish or grow their presence in the United States, including common nonimmigrant visa categories and business planning best practices.

May 1, 2018

Chambers USA 2018 Recognizes Gibney’s Immigration Group

Gibney is pleased to announce that the 2018 edition of Chambers USA has recognized the Immigration Practice.

The Immigration Group was recognized for delivering both US and global immigration solutions. Chambers also noted that the firm “Offers an interdisciplinary approach to its immigration services, collaborating with other departments within the firm on issues such as employment, tax and social security.”

Stephen Malby, Head of the Immigration Group, was also recognized as a Leader in the Field of Immigration. His practice includes advising multinational financial services companies on creating and implementing immigration programs.

Chambers USA ranks leading firms and lawyers in a range of practice areas throughout America. Chambers conducts in-depth interviews with lawyers and their clients in the selection process.