Data Licensing Agreements: Intellectual Property Rights, Data Privacy Laws, Key Provisions, Drafting Strategies

Mr. Galkin has dedicated his legal practice to representing Internet, SaaS, e-commerce, information technology and new media businesses across the U.S. and around the world. He serves as a trusted adviser to startup, emerging, established and multinational corporations on their core commercial transactions including licensing, development, alliance, distribution, outsourcing arrangements, IP licensing and transfer, regulatory compliance, and agreements for SaaS and online businesses. Mr. Galkin's broad experience gained during more than 20 years in practice allows him to provide cutting-edge, creative and practical solutions to complex problems relating to information technology, intellectual property licensing and other commercial transactions that impact daily business operations. He has served as an adjunct professor of Computer Law at the University of Maryland School of Law; an adjunct professor of Business Law at the Merrick School of Business at the University of Baltimore; Special Intellectual Property Counsel for the Office of the Maryland Attorney General; and Chairperson of the “Crimes in Cyberspace Panel” for the National Information Systems Security Conference (Sponsored by the National Security Agency).

Leveraging his deep background in and knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine-learning tools, alongside his decades of corporate, executive and legal experience, Mr. Stignani offers actionable information so that his clients not only know the challenges they are facing, but also can avoid similar problems down the road. Additionally, he practices intellectual property law, and he possesses a unique understanding of the innovation process – considering he has over 36 patent filings himself, in various technologies and across 11 countries.

Mr. Tew's practice focuses on middle-market mergers and acquisitions, corporate law and governance, and complex commercial transactions. He represents clients in a range of industries, including software and technology, manufacturing, media and healthcare. Mr. Tew has particular expertise in assisting international businesses develop and expand operations in the U.S.