WHY ARE WE THE FIRM OF CHOICE FOR SO MANY COMPANIES AND INDIVIDUALS?

Today's legal practice focuses on two key elements:  efficiency and results.  We deliver for all of our clients--from Fortune 500 giants to individuals.  So why do we succeed?  It's a simple equation: 


WE DELIVER WHAT MATTERS.

Clients today are not interested in mahogany conference tables, stunning views, and marble reception halls.  In today's business environment, results are king.  We are efficient, innovative, and dedicated to redefining top-tier representation without the overhead.  We listen, focus, and create a litigation strategy designed to maximize efficiency, minimize costs, eliminate budget surprises, and deliver results.  It's that simple.  


THERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE FOR OUR ATTORNEYS' EXPERIENCE.

The effectiveness of a firm begins with the skills, knowledge, and judgment that can only be gained through time.  Our attorneys have deep backgrounds in a broad range of litigation spanning trade secret, employment, false advertising, trademark, copyright, unfair competition, class actions, and complex commercial litigation.  Our practice areas highlight our attorneys' diverse litigation experience over the past 10 years, including extensive experience in both state and federal courts.  Our testimonials reflect the value we provide to our clients. 


OUR ATTORNEYS HAVE REPRESENTED THE WORLD'S PREMIERE CLIENTS.

Our attorneys have provided exceptional service to startups, individuals, and many of the world's best known companies, including Toyota, IBM, Intuit, Shell Oil, Palm, National Semiconductor, Intuitive Surgical, Warnaco, SerialTek, Sprint, Macrovision, Charles Schwab, Impax Laboratories, and KV Pharmaceuticals, among many others.


WE ARE focused on results - not just the litigation process.

Our attorneys are in court and arguing before judges and juries on a regular basis.  We thrive in the courtroom and think on our feet.  We do not approach discovery as a billing exercise.  From the very inception of a case, we are building the story that will be presented in front of a judge or jury, and every step we take in litigation is designed with that end-game at the forefront.  This results in tight focus, earlier case resolution, and better results for our clients. 


WE ARE EXPERTS IN E-DISCOVERY.

In-house counsel know that electronic discovery is the biggest sink for time, money, and resources.  We have designed and implemented complex litigation hold and review policies for Fortune 500 companies, and we have successfully and efficiently managed massive document collection and review projects for a wide variety of clients.  We have worked closely with all of the major e-discovery vendors and we have substantial in-house capabilities for managing electronic documents in a far more efficient manner than a typical large firm.  Our technical expertise allows us to design a unique e-discovery protocol at the inception of a case in order to minimize costs and focus on the key evidence that will be required for trial.


CUTTING-EDGE USE OF TECHNOLOGY.

In our offices, you won't find a war room stacked with boxes of documents.  We use custom-designed software and other innovative technology to run a virtually paperless firm.  We can locate key documents, testimony, exhibits, and hidden evidence with great efficiency.  This results not only in lower bills for our clients, but greater effectiveness at depositions, in court, and in trial.



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COLT / WALLERSTEIN TEAMS WITH THE VEEN FIRM TO WIN APPEAL.  COURT AFFIRMS IN FULL ONE OF LARGEST VERDICTS IN MARIN COUNTY HISTORY

California Court of Appeal Opinion


DOUG COLT AND KIMBERLY CULP SELECTED TO SUPER LAWYERS' 2012 LIST OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA RISING STARS 

California Super Lawyers 2012 Listings


YAHOO! MAY SETTLE WITH FACEBOOK ON PATENTS, BUT CEO HAS ANOTHER LEGAL WRANGLE ON HIS HANDS

Colt / Wallerstein LLP represents Kate Paley, daughter of CBS News founder William Paley, in an ongoing investor lawsuit against Yahoo! CEO Ross Levinsohn and other Silicon Valley venture capitalists.   Techcrunch


INSIDE COUNSEL- WORKING WITH BOUTIQUE LAW FIRMS

Colt / Wallerstein LLP was recently featured in an article in Inside Counsel discussing the relationship between large corporations and specialized, regional law firms.  Inside Counsel


SHOWDOWN IN SILICON VALLEY- PLAINTIFFS' BAR EYEING NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN EMPLOYMENT LAW

A recent front-page article in the Recorder discusses an interesting "no call" lawsuit, and features commentary from the firm's Tom Wallerstein   The Recorder


C/W COMPLETES ITS MOVE INTO LARGER OFFICE SPACE

The firm continues its growth and has moved into larger office space in Redwood Shores


c/w wins CALIFORNIA INJUNCTION PROHIBITING ENFORCEMENT of non-compete agreement IN OTHER STATES. 

What happens when a California-based employer wants to hire out-of-state employees who are subject to non-compete agreements with the world's largest manufacturer of medical devices?   Our firm obtained an unprecedented injunction in California that prohibited the company from enforcing the agreement in other states. 

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TRADE-SECRET MISAPPROPRIATION- COMPLETE DISMISSAL

In two "Bet the Company" lawsuits, we represented a major manufacturer of SAS/SATA protocol analyzers.  These sophisticated devices are widely used in the semiconductor and electronic storage industry.  After aggressive discovery, motion practice, and an antitrust cross complaint, we obtained full dismissals in both suits, which were brought by the industry's two largest companies. 


THE NATIONAL LAW JOURNAL

A Year Later, Startups Find Solid Ground


Law.com

Is Small the New Big?  Pair of IP Firms Take Root in Silicon Valley


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