Technology is everywhere in sports today, thanks to decades of investment from leagues, teams, media companies, vendors, and more. But as investment in sports tech has grown, so has the risk of intellectual property lawsuits from powerful, sophisticated patent holders. In a new op-ed with Sports Business Journal, Vinson & Elkins Vice Chair Hilary Preston explains the new dynamic in IP ownership — and how sports companies can protect their technology investments from elevated risk. Read Hilary’s op-ed: https://lnkd.in/gMem4RSt #SportsTech #IntellectualProperty #SportsBusiness
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For more than 100 years, Vinson & Elkins has provided deep experience in handling transactions, investments, projects, and disputes worldwide. The firm is a trusted adviser to clients in the most important industrial and digital industries. Learn more by visiting www.velaw.com. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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- 1917
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- Banking & Finance, Corporate, Counseling & Regulatory, Environmental & Natural Resources, Intellectual Property, Labor & Employment, Litigation, Projects, Real Estate, Restructuring & Reorganization, Tax, Executive Compensation & Benefits, and Pro Bono
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We are honored to announce that Vinson & Elkins has been recognized as a 2024 “Texas Powerhouse” by Law360, celebrating our exceptional achievements over the past year. 🌏 Global Impact: While our roots are firmly planted in Texas, our influence spans the globe. From leading nearly 200 #energytransition deals to excelling in high-stakes litigation across the U.S. and beyond, our reach is extensive. ⚖️Michael Holmes, our Dallas-based vice chair, emphasizes that Vinson & Elkins has been “firing on all cylinders” in litigation, particularly with our robust securities and governance practice, including shareholder activism defense. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gJF8ZUFw
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Check out the latest financial moves shaping the landscape across #energy, #tech, and #privateequity. These key transactions demonstrate how capital is fueling growth and innovation: 🔋 Voyager Midstream Holdings Acquires East Texas Natural Gas Assets from Phillips 66 🏭 SCF Partners Acquires DeltaValve, LLC & TapcoEnpro, LLC 💰 Crescent Energy Prices $250 Million Private Placement of Senior Notes Due 2033 🌐 Bonterra Expands Digital Fundraising Offerings with DonorDrive Acquisition 🛢️ Viper Energy Inc., a subsidiary of Diamondback Energy, announces a strategic acquisition Learn more about these market-shaping deals: https://lnkd.in/gd5hun8F
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In the inaugural episode, Vinson & Elkins’ Ciara Ros and Nonkululeko Zondo chat with Victoria Usova, General Counsel at Central Asia Metals PLC, and Kezia Owusu-Ansah, Senior Associate at TEMPLARS Ghana. Together, they reflect on key 2024 events like PDAC and #AfricanMining Indaba, while diving into major trends like the #mining industry’s reputational challenges and the role of #ESG in shaping its future. Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/g4PvUrKG
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At Vinson & Elkins, we believe supporting new parents is a shared responsibility. Our partner and mom of two, Patricia Adams, shares valuable insights on navigating the transition back to work and tips on how to support team members. #WeAreVE #WorkingParentsDay
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Vinson & Elkins is pleased to welcome Jason Halper and Sara (Bussiere) Brauerman as partners in our New York Litigation Practice. Jason is a nationally recognized trial lawyer with significant experience in large-stakes commercial disputes, #securitieslitigation, and #corporategovernance matters. Sara has a strong background in representing public and private companies, underwriters, and corporate directors in complex litigation across industries such as financial services, insurance, and pharmaceuticals. "We were drawn to Vinson & Elkins by the strength of its Litigation Practice and the firm’s dynamic vision for growth," said Jason Halper. "The firm’s strong culture and cohesive work environment confirmed our decision to join," added Sara Bussiere . Their addition enhances our ability to handle complex litigation for clients across various sectors. #WeAreVE Read more: https://lnkd.in/gatbAeHX
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Today marks the start of #HispanicHeritageMonth, a celebration of the rich culture, history, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities in the US. It coincides with the independence anniversaries of several Latin American countries, including Mexico, Costa Rica, El Salvador, and others. This month we recognize and honor our own Hispanic and Latinx lawyers and business professionals, and the impact they have on our firm and industry at large.
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No rest for the weary! For the many public companies facing shareholder activism, this fall is shaping up to be super busy. In this edition of Vantage Point, we highlight three key trends to watch. #shareholderactivism #corporategovernance
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Seven exceptional high school seniors from Texas have each been awarded $10,000 scholarships through the V&E Scholars Program. 🎓 This program offers students not only financial support for college, but also a summer internship at our firm, mentorship from attorneys, and reimbursement for an LSAT prep course. Combined with the firm’s founding sponsorship of the UT Pipeline Program, we are dedicated to expanding opportunities for the next generation of legal leaders. #VEScholars #WeAreVE Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gghZ-SyN
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We're thrilled to announce that Vinson & Elkins has won the "Social Mobility Programme of the Year" award at The Legal Benchmarking Group's Social Impact EMEA Awards 2024! This recognition celebrates our achieVE Mentoring Programme, which supports underrepresented students at Bishop Challoner Catholic School. Launched by our London office in 2020, the programme has grown to engage nearly all lawyers, offering mentoring, career workshops, and networking events to inspire students to pursue their career aspirations. #VEproud https://lnkd.in/e88udJm8