REPRESENTATIVE EXPERIENCE
Alekzandir J. Morton
Trade Secrets
Represented a leading US research university in a trade secret claim involving cannabis technology, obtaining dismissal with prejudice on favorable terms after filing a demurrer on all claims.
Represented a leading US research university in claims involving trade secret misappropriation, breach of contract, and unfair competition related to cancer diagnostic technologies, successfully moving to dismiss several claims.
Represented a leading US research university and its professor and employees in litigation involving trade secret misappropriation and breach of contract claims related to cancer therapeutic technologies, obtaining dismissal with prejudice of the university and employees following a motion to dismiss.
Represented a kiosk technology and manufacturing company in litigation involving trade secret misappropriation and breach of employment agreements against a competitor and former employees, resulting in a multimillion-dollar judgment.
Represented a global automotive manufacturer in a trademark infringement lawsuit involving unauthorized gray-market auto parts in the United States. Following entry of judgment on a US$75,000 Rule 68 offer, obtained an award of US$551,373 in attorneys’ fees after the court deemed the matter exceptional under trademark law.
Trademark, Trade Dress, and Copyright
Represented a global automotive manufacturer in a US International Trade Commission matter involving unauthorized gray-market service and repair parts using the client’s trademarks. The ITC issued a limited exclusion order, cease and desist orders, and a consent order against four automotive parts dealers.
Represented a blockchain and NFT developer in trademark infringement claims involving the name of a cryptocurrency, resulting in an injunction and a favorable settlement.
Represented a leading US research university and professor in a copyright infringement action, obtaining dismissal from the matter.
Represented a mobile application developer in copyright and trade dress litigation involving mobile applications, leading to a favorable confidential settlement.
Employment
Represented a national bank in employment discrimination and retaliation claims, obtaining summary judgment on all causes of action and zero liability.
Represented a well-known hotel in discrimination, retaliation, harassment, and contract claims asserted by a former employee. Obtained an arbitral award on all causes of action, which was upheld by the US District Court for the Southern District of New York and the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, resulting in zero liability.
Represented a university in discrimination, retaliation, and defamation claims brought by a former lecturer, obtaining dismissal with prejudice through successful motions to dismiss and under anti-SLAPP law.
Commercial Litigation
Represented a Fortune 500 engineering and construction services company in consolidated fraud and breach of contract litigation involving a software implementation agreement.
Represented an electronics manufacturer in a dispute concerning unpaid products and excess components.
Defended the board of directors and chief executive officer of a professional medical corporation against breach of contract, defamation, and related claims, obtaining dismissal with prejudice of all causes of action.
Represented investment funds in a claim against an early employee of a technology company for breach of a stock purchase agreement, resulting in a favorable confidential settlement.
