Jeffrey Dean

October 18, 2011 | Inside Counsel

When historians write about the rise and fall of patent troll litigation, a chapter or two should be dedicated to the Eastern District of Texas. A preferred forum for plaintiffs, the district has been associatedfairly or unfairlyby liberal discovery and joinder rules, skepticism toward motions for transfer and summary judgment,...

By Jeffrey Dean

4 minute read

September 16, 2011 | Inside Counsel

Federal Circuit panel says nevermind to Cybersource.

By Jeffrey Dean

7 minute read

August 30, 2011 | Inside Counsel

A recent circuit court decision gives companies the teeth with which to bite back.

By Jeffrey Dean

6 minute read

August 16, 2011 | Inside Counsel

Federal Circuit affirms sanctions for frivolous patent licensing campaign.

By Jeffrey Dean

4 minute read

August 02, 2011 | Inside Counsel

The America Invents Act leaves much to be desired.

By Jeffrey Dean

5 minute read

July 19, 2011 | Inside Counsel

What to do when the judge says no.

By Jeffrey Dean

8 minute read

July 08, 2011 | Inside Counsel

Five practical considerations to keep in mind when mediating disputes

By Jeffrey Dean

4 minute read