Under a new policy announced Monday, July 25, 2022, patent cases filed in Waco, Texas, will be randomly assigned to one of 12 judges in the Western District of Texas, rather than them automatically being heard by Judge Alan Albright. RPX in their July 2022, Q2 Update notes that “the Western District of Texas was […]
Litigation
Ocean Tomo Women in Leadership
This International Women’s Day, Ocean Tomo would like to recognize and celebrate the women in our organization. The women of Ocean Tomo are integral to our day-to-day operations and the exceptional service provided to our clients. We cannot express enough gratitude to the time, energy, and expertise they have devoted to the service of our […]
Using a Consulting Expert’s Assistance
An expert’s value in the litigation process extends beyond their own report and testimony. Consulting experts can be used by attorneys to more completely and effectively examine both fact and opposing expert witnesses. Consulting experts bring specialized knowledge and experience pertaining to a particular topic, industry or profession. Meeting with a consulting expert prior to […]
Role of Patent Expert in Antitrust Litigation
The perspective of a patent and licensing expert may provide a persuasive balance to economist presentations on market and competition matters in antitrust litigation. For example, an expert with licensing and IP strategic management expertise can present the economic benefits of developing and executing a business strategy based on IP in a competitive environment, general […]
Michelle Avery Speaks at William & Mary’s Mason Summer Business Institute
Veris from Ocean Tomo’s Michelle Avery recently spoke at William & Mary’s Mason Summer Business Institute (MSBI). Michelle was selected to discuss non-traditional finance options incorporating both her background in forensic analysis and auditing and her role on the AICPA’s Financial Reporting Executive Committee (FinRec). FinREC is a senior committee of the AICPA for financial […]
Intellectual Property Licensing Company Industry Analyst Report Released by Ocean Tomo
Yesterday, Ocean Tomo, the Intellectual Capital Merchant Banc firm, released our IP Licensing Company Industry Analyst Report which provides a comprehensive look at current industry trends and deal activity in the IP licensing company space. As a financial advisor with a focus on technology and intellectual property (IP), Ocean Tomo has gained unique insights to […]
Consumer Surveys in Patent Litigation Event – Houston
Ocean Tomo hosted a panel discussion on Consumer Surveys in Patent Litigation last week in Houston, Texas. Our panel of experts representing the bench included District Court Judge Lee Yeakel, WD of TX and Former Magistrate Judge and current partner at Akin Gump, Chad Everingham. Dr. Kent Van Liere from Duff & Phelps represented the […]
CPAs Make Invaluable Expert Witnesses
In 2013, there has been a strong demand for expert witnesses who are also Certified Public Accountants. It is believed that CPAs are ranked among the most trusted professionals and their reputation for objectivity and independence makes them ideal expert witnesses. Additionally in an article on the CPA as an expert witness, attorneys Thomas A. […]