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Class Action Seeks to Declare Invalid Copyright to “Happy Birthday” Song

By Charles Michael on June 21, 2013

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Charles Michael is an accomplished commercial litigator who resolutely defends clients in high stakes disputes and arbitrations. He is also experienced in regulatory and criminal…

Charles Michael is an accomplished commercial litigator who resolutely defends clients in high stakes disputes and arbitrations. He is also experienced in regulatory and criminal investigations, and represents clients under investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Department of Justice (DOJ).

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Julie Wilson Lascano maintains a broad-based commercial litigation practice, representing public and private companies in all stages of litigation before state and federal courts. Her…

Julie Wilson Lascano maintains a broad-based commercial litigation practice, representing public and private companies in all stages of litigation before state and federal courts. Her varied experience includes antitrust, IP, employment, product liability, and civil class action matters, as well as internal investigations and post-investigation compliance. Julie has represented clients across a broad array of industries, including in the financial services, logistics and energy sectors.

Active in her pro bono practice, Julie has represented clients in domestic violence, criminal justice, LGBTQ+, and housing matters, including a successful claim against a landlord that resulted in significant housing repairs for her client. During law school, she also participated in Texas Law’s Environmental Clinic.

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Meghan Newcomer focuses her practice on white-collar criminal defense, securities litigation, complex civil litigation, and government and internal investigations. Meghan has substantial experience defending individuals…

Meghan Newcomer focuses her practice on white-collar criminal defense, securities litigation, complex civil litigation, and government and internal investigations. Meghan has substantial experience defending individuals in white-collar criminal matters and has assisted with multiple trials in federal court.

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