Trade Secrets Litigation
At Benesch, we don't just defend trade secrets; we safeguard the future of our clients’ companies. Recognizing that trade secrets are both the most valuable assets and biggest vulnerability, our lawyers are there to protect them before and after an attack with lightning-fast precision and unwavering determination.
From proprietary algorithms to customer lists, Benesch’s Trade Secrets litigators are committed to preventing theft and preserving the value of the trade secrets of clients from small businesses to Fortune 50 companies.
Speed Is Key
When our clients’ invaluable trade secrets are compromised, our team moves quickly to minimize the damage and halt bad actors now and in the long term.
With decades of experience successfully litigating trade secrets cases in state and federal courts throughout the United States and arbitration and alternative dispute resolution venues, Benesch’s nationally recognized trade secrets attorneys are experienced in:
- Quickly obtaining temporary restraining orders (TROs) and preliminary injunctions to immediately stop theft and misappropriation
- Expediting discovery to put pressure on our opponents
- Securing permanent injunctions to safeguard clients’ trade secrets long-term
- Winning substantial jury verdicts to help clients recover monetary and noneconomic damages
- Working with state and federal authorities as necessary to report and resolve theft and misappropriation
Experience in Numerous Industries
Whether a disruptive startup or a national brand, our team works with the client and forensic specialists to secure the company’s trade secrets. Benesch has successfully litigated trade secret claims for clients in many industries, including:
- Brokerage
- Consumer Goods
- E-Commerce
- Financial Services
- Healthcare
- Insurance
- Manufacturing
- Medical supplies and products
- Pharmaceuticals
- Real Estate
- Retail Banking
- Transportation
