Trade Secret Counseling & Litigation

Our market leading trade secrets practice crosses all areas of business litigation and criminal disputes, particularly the high-profile ones. Ranging from employee mobility to commercial cases to criminal referrals or defense, we have done it all. King & Spalding has one of the largest and deepest trade secrets benches in the country. The depth of our practice extends to state courts, federal courts, and regulatory forums like the International Trade Commission. We know how to go to court to stop the unlawful use of our clients’ trade secrets to keep business operational and how to defend against false accusations of misappropriation. We also understand the close relationship between trade secrets and restrictive covenants, including the widely disparate views on restrictive covenants around the country. Our 360-degree approach allows us to architect winning prosecution and defense claims and ensure our clients’ vital businesses thrive.