Jacqueline Pennino Scheib

Partner

  • Overview

    Biography

    Jacqueline Scheib serves as Co-Chair of the firm’s Intellectual Property +Technology Group. She works with clients across a range of industries in connection with intellectual property, technology, and corporate transactions. Jackie has more than two decades of experience helping national and international companies preserve their intellectual property. She has a particular depth of experience assisting clients in the healthcare, technology, consumer product, and food and beverage industries. 

    Intellectual Property

    •  Prosecuting, maintaining, and enforcing trademark and copyright registrations and rights worldwide, including work for very well recognized household brand names. 
    •  Advising on the establishment of trade secret programs and counseling clients on packaging, labeling, promotional and advertising matters. 
    •  Advising on and structuring mechanisms for the creation, exploitation, transfer, and protection of intellectual property to help companies protect their products and grow. 
    •  Assisting with resolution of ownership and rights disputes including handling of proceedings before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s Trademark Trial and Appeal Board.

    Technology

    Jackie provides counseling on and negotiates technology licensing and development, acquisitions, outsourcing, management, maintenance and servicing agreements. Her work covers a wide range of technology fields, but she has particular depth of experience providing advice in the healthcare context, including in connection with the implementation of electronic medical record systems, counseling regarding medical devices, health information exchange platforms, claim processing and clinical information systems, and clinical trials including administration, research and development.

    Corporate Transactions

    Jackie provides counsel to clients on sophisticated joint ventures, strategic alliances, and mergers and acquisitions with a particular focus on intellectual property and technology components of such transactions. She has decades of experience assisting with all aspects of her clients' daily commercial contracting needs, including sales agreements and purchase contracts, distribution agreements, terms and conditions, service and consulting agreements, sales representative agreements, and nondisclosure agreements. Jackie serves as a trusted advisor to numerous businesses to coordinate legal services that help clients meet their needs.

    She is a member of the Board of Directors for the Connecticut Technology Council, Crossroad Venture Group, and the American Red Cross Connecticut Chapter, which she serves as Chair of the Chapter's Philanthropy Committee. Jackie is a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. She has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America© in the area of Trademark Law since 2012, in the area of Copyright Law since 2015, and in the area of Information Technology Law in 2010 and 2011. Prior to joining Robinson+Cole, Jackie served as a law clerk to Connecticut Supreme Court Justices Richard N. Palmer and Francis M. McDonald.

  • Experience
    • Experience

      Experience

      • Represented GrowGeneration Corp. (GrowGen), an owner and operator of a network of specialty hydroponic gardening stores, advising on its acquisition of Agron.io, a leading wholesale agriculture platform powered by proprietary enterprise resource planning (ERP) technology that allows commercial growers to manage their purchasing and logistics in one platform. With this acquisition, announced on March 22, 2021, Agron.io Powered by GrowGeneration continues to be a one-stop destination for GrowGeneration's growing roster of commercial clients across the U.S.

      • Represented GrowGen in its acquisition of Char Coir, an RHP-certified growing medium made from the highest-grade coconut fiber available. Char Coir's line of coco products is projected to add in excess of $15 million in revenue to GrowGen in 2021. The acquisition was announced on March 15, 2021.

      • Represented GrowGeneration Corp. (GrowGen), an owner and operator of a network of specialty hydroponic gardening stores, in connection with its acquisition of Canopy Crop Management, an industry-leading silicic acid company that sells silicic acid-enriched fertilizers. The firm's Capital Markets + Securities Team advised GrowGen on the transaction, which was announced December 23, 2020.

      • Conducted due diligence, drafted intellectual property assignment instruments, and drafted intellectual property provisions of the asset purchase agreement for an international media company's sale of four major print and online publications in a deal valued at $70 million.
      • Representation of Alta Communications, a Boston-based private equity fund, in acquisition of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based advanced sourcing technology company.

      • Representation of First New England Capital, a private equity fund, concerning acquisition of controlling interest in Los Angeles, California-based Internet security company.

      • Representation of Symphony Marketing Solutions, Inc., a company providing analytics and data management services in the retail, pharmaceutical, and consumer packaged goods industries, concerning acquisition by Genpact International, Inc., a business processes management company.

      • Representation of Bain Capital Ventures in connection with its Series B Preferred Stock investment in Dynamics, Inc., a producer of next-generation interactive payment cards.
      • Representation of The Nielsen Company (U.S.) LLC, a global information and measurement company with leading market positions in marketing and consumer information, media measurement, online intelligence, mobile measurement, and trade shows, in more than 10 investment, merger and acquisition, and tax restructuring matters.

      • Venture Capital and Equity Financings

      • Representation of EVOL Foods, an organic and natural food manufacturer, in a variety of corporate matters and financing transactions, including a revolving line of credit for working capital purposes.

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    • Professional Associations

      Professional Associations

      MIT Enterprise Forum of Connecticut
      Board of Directors (2011 - 2015)

      Crossroads Venture Group, Hartford Chapter
      Former Board of Directors (2010 - Present)

      International Trademark Association (2005 - Present)
      Past Member of several committees, including the INTA Bulletin Committee and the Online Resources Committee

      American Bar Association
      Business Law Section, Cyberspace Law Committee, Chair of Membership Development (2003 - 2005)
      Business Law Section, Cyberspace Law Committee (2003 - Present)
      Intellectual Property Law Section
      Business Law Section

      American Bar Foundation
      Fellow

      American Intellectual Property Law Association

      Connecticut Bar Association
      Business Law Section
      Intellectual Property Section (2013 - Present)
      Former Member of Executive Committee

      New York State Bar Association
      Business Law Section
      Intellectual Property Law Section

      Connecticut Technology Council
      Board of Directors (2015 - Present)
    • Honors + Awards

      Honors + Awards

      Recognized among "IP Stars" since 2019 in Managing Intellectual Property magazine as both a Copyright Star and a Trade Mark Star.

      Recognized among "IP Stars-Top 250 Women in IP" for 2013 in Managing Intellectual Property magazine.

      Selected by her peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the areas of Trademark Law since 2012, Copyright Law since 2015, and Information Technology Law for 2010 and 2011.

      Hartford Business Journal, 2006 "40 Under Forty" Inductee

      Connecticut Law Tribune, 2010, recognized in Women in the Law: High Achievers yearbook

      Robinson+Cole Community Service Award Recipient, 2016

      Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© as Hartford Lawyer of the Year in the area of Trademark Law for 2024 and 2022.

    • Community Involvement

      Community Involvement

      The Children's Museum
      Board of Trustees (2008 - 2012)

      American Red Cross, Connecticut Chapter
      Board of Directors (2014 - Present)
      Chair, Philanthropy Committee (2020 - Present)
  • NEWS + PRESS
    • Publications

      Publications

      "Open Source Software Licenses," published in American Bar Association, Director’s Technology Handbook: Tips and Strategies for Advising Corporate Directors (5/12/2021)

      "Navigating the DMCA Safe Harbor Provisions," article featured in Robinson+Cole's Intelligence Newsletter (Q3 2018)

      "Work Made For Hire—It’s Not What You Think," co-authored with Alaine C. Doolan, article featured in Robinson+Cole's IP+T Intelligence Newsletter (Q2 2018)

      "U.S. Customs Adopts New Technology Donation Regulations," article featured in Robinson+Cole's IP+T Intelligence Newsletter (Q1 2018)

      "The Basics of Drug and Medical Device Naming," published in INTA Bulletin, co-authored with Brendan J. Witherell (9/1/2011)

      "Partnering: The Future of Legal Services Has Arrived," (7/2003)

      "Work Station or Purgatory?" published in ABA Business Law Today, co-authored with Kathleen M. Porter and David B. Wilson (July/August 2002)

      e-counsel: The Executive's Legal Guide to Electronic Commerce (2000)
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      "The Audio Home Recording Act of 1992 and the Formation of Copyright Policy," at (1999)

    • Presentations

      Presentations

      "Dymax Corporation," (March 2022)
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      "Food’NBev Connect," co-presented with Kayla O'Leary Daly (March and April 2022)
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      "Tata Consumer Products," co-presented with Kayla O'Leary Daly (February 2022)
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      "Registering for Success: Strategies for Maximizing the Value of a Business’s IP," as a panelist at the Connecticut Bar Association's moderated program. (1/21/2020)
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      "Protecting and Enforcing Your Brand Against Infringers and Competitors," as part of the American Bar Association Business Law Section’s Spring Meeting 2018 (4/14/2018)
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      "Corporate Governance and Deal Terms for Founders & Start-up Teams," co-presented with Brian M. Flaherty, at a lunch and learn session for the Hartford InsurTech Hub (2/19/2018)

      "Planning for Growth," at the Connecticut Technology Council's 2017 ScaleUp CT (11/2/2017)

      "Decisions You Need to Know: Key Trademark Cases from 2015," co-presented with Alaine C. Doolan, at an International Trademark Association Roundtable discussion in Hartford, Connecticut (1/28/2016)
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      "What Entrepreneurs Need to Know About Angel Investing," moderator (1/14/2016)
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      "The Power of Big Data and Analytics Tools – Evolution and Opportunity in Healthcare IT," presenter and moderator (1/9/2014)
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      "Clean Energy: What is the Future?" presented by Crossroads Venture Group, provided opening remarks (4/12/2012)

      "Transitioning to a Series A Financing: Meeting Investor Expectations," at Connecticut Venture Group Meeting, panel discussion on preparing for, participating in, and living with Series A financing (10/7/2010)

      "Another Technology Wrinkle in M&A Practice: Open Source and Free Software," at the American Bar Association's Business Section Spring Meeting in Tampa, Florida, Panelist (4/2006)

      "The ABC's (and D's) of E: What Every Business Lawyer Should Know about the Law of Electronic Commerce," at the American Bar Association's Business Section 2005 Spring Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee (4/2005)

      "E-Commerce in Connecticut: Legal and Business Issues," at National Business Institute (2001)
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      "Intellectual Property Issues in Marketing Products on the Internet," at the American Bar Association's National Institute (Fall 2000)
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    • News

      R+C in the News

      • August 28, 2023

        Robinson+Cole Represents Prime Number Acquisition I Corp. in Complex deSPAC Transaction with noco-noco Pte. Ltd.

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      • July 18, 2023

        Robinson+Cole Represents Medacist in its Acquisition by Thoma Bravo

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      • June 2, 2023

        Jackie Scheib Recognized in 2023 Edition of “IP STARS”

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      • December 12, 2022

        R+C Plays Key Advisory Role in Keywords Studios’ Acquisition of Helpshift, Inc.

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      • November 9, 2022

        John Cordani and Jackie Scheib Featured in Law360 Article on IP+T Group’s Planned Patent Growth

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      • July 5, 2022

        Jackie Scheib Recognized in 2022 Edition of “IP STARS”

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      • January 5, 2022

        Business Transactions Team Represents Hydrofera, LLC in Sale to Essity

      • November 3, 2021

        Business Transactions Team Represents SmartEquip in Sale to Ritchie Bros.

      • July 6, 2021

        Jackie Scheib Recognized in 2021 Edition of “IP STARS”

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      • May 26, 2021

        Jackie Scheib Co-Authors Chapter on Open Source Software Licenses Published in ABA Technology Handbook

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      • March 31, 2021

        Capital Markets + Securities Team Represents GrowGeneration Corp. in Recent Acquisitions

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      • February 11, 2021

        Capital Markets + Securities Team Represents GrowGeneration Corp. in Significant Transactions

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      • January 14, 2021

        Jackie Scheib and Kayla O'Leary Author CT Chapter in INTA Member Publication

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      • November 19, 2020

        Jackie Scheib Recognized in 2020/21 Edition of “IP STARS”

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      • June 25, 2019

        Jackie Scheib Moderates Panel Discussion on International Trade at CT Technology Council Event

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      • June 18, 2019

        Jackie Scheib Participates in Two Red Cross Events

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      • May 30, 2019

        Jackie Scheib Presents at BioCT's "Legal & Tax Considerations for Life Sciences Companies Licensing Technology" Event

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      • May 22, 2019

        Jackie Scheib and Maria Scungio Attend INTA Annual Meeting

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      • May 17, 2019

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers and Staff Attend MMRF's "Laugh for Life" Fundraiser in NYC

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      • April 1, 2019

        Robinson+Cole Is a Sponsor of the American Red Cross Heroes Ball

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      • February 11, 2019

        Jackie Scheib Facilitates International Trademark Association Roundtable on Key Developments in Trademark Law

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      • February 4, 2019

        Jackie Scheib Participates in ABA Cyberspace Law Institute & Winter Working Meeting

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      • November 21, 2018

        Robinson+Cole Hosts CBA Intellectual Property Section Meeting

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      • October 31, 2018

        Jackie Scheib Moderates Talent Acquisition Panel Discussion During Annual ScaleUP CT Event

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      • October 26, 2018

        Jackie Scheib Chairs American Red Cross Luncheon

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      • August 20, 2018

        52 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2019

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      • April 23, 2018

        Jackie Scheib Presents on Trademark Protection and Enforcement at ABA Business Law Section’s Spring Meeting 2018

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      • April 11, 2018

        Jackie Scheib Facilitates International Trademark Association Roundtable on IP Due Diligence in M&A Transactions

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      • March 1, 2018

        Brian Flaherty and Jackie Scheib Present During Hartford InsurTech Hub Lunch and Learn Session

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      • November 14, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Sponsors ScaleUp CT Event

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      • October 26, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Participates in CVG's CT Tech Tour

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      • September 13, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Sponsors American Red Cross's Rhode Island Chapter Centennial Celebration

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      • May 11, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Women Lawyers Listed in Best Lawyers Spring Business Edition

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      • February 2, 2016

        Trademark Lawyers Present International Trademark Association Roundtable on Key Cases from 2015

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      • January 15, 2016

        Jackie Scheib Moderates CVG Investor & Entrepreneur Network Event

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      • August 11, 2015

        Jackie Scheib Attends Signing Ceremony for Bill on CPR Requirements in Connecticut Schools

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      • November 17, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Attends Hartford Public High School Law and Government Academy Swearing In Ceremony

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      • May 27, 2014

        Boston Lawyer Speaks at MIT Enterprise Forum of Connecticut

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      • January 27, 2014

        Technology Lawyer Moderates Healthcare IT Panel

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      • October 17, 2013

        Jacqueline Pennino Scheib Named as One of the Top Women in IP

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      • July 25, 2013

        Two Robinson & Cole Lawyers Appointed to CBA Intellectual Property Executive Committee

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      • July 17, 2013

        NVCA President Presents to Top Venture Capital Firms

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      • October 10, 2012

        Jacqueline Scheib to Moderate Discussion on How Universities Help Foster New Technology

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      • April 26, 2012

        Joey Lee Miranda and Jacqueline Scheib Play Key Roles at Conference on Investing in Clean Energy Businesses

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      • September 19, 2011

        Article by IP and Technology Attorneys Published in International Trademark Association Journal

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      • July 11, 2011

        Attorney Appointed to Board of MIT Enterprise Forum of Connecticut

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      • October 15, 2010

        Partner Serves as Panelist on “Transitioning to a Series A Financing” at Connecticut Venture Group Meeting

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      • September 22, 2010

        Robinson & Cole Partner Elected to Board of Directors of Hartford Chapter of Connecticut Venture Group

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      • September 10, 2010

        Women in the Law and in the News

      • February 10, 2010

        Robinson & Cole Attorneys Publish Article on Open Source Software in New England In-House

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      • August 12, 2008

        Robinson & Cole Partner Voted on to Board of Trustees for Children’s Museum

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      R+C News Releases

      • August 17, 2023

        78 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2024

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      • August 18, 2022

        74 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2023

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      • August 19, 2021

        65 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022

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      • August 20, 2020

        61 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021

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      • August 15, 2019

        57 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2020

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      • June 25, 2019

        Managing Intellectual Property Magazine Names Robinson+Cole Partner a 2019 IP Star

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      • August 15, 2017

        Fifty-Nine Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018

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      • September 13, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Presents Annual Awards for Dedication and Outstanding Contributions

      • August 15, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Receives Top Listing in Connecticut Lawyer Count in The Best Lawyers in America® 2017

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      • January 7, 2016

        Connecticut Technology Council Appoints Jacqueline Pennino Scheib to Board of Directors

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      • August 18, 2015

        Robinson+Cole Receives Top Listing in Connecticut Lawyer Count in The Best Lawyers in America® 2016

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      • August 19, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Receives Top Listing in Connecticut Lawyer Count in Best Lawyers National Peer Review Survey

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      • July 2, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Wins ACG New York Champion’s Award

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      • June 5, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Finalist for the 4th Annual ACG New York Champion’s Award

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      • May 22, 2014

        American Red Cross Elects Jacqueline Pennino Scheib to Board of Directors

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      • August 16, 2013

        Robinson & Cole Receives Top Listing in Connecticut Attorney Count in Best Lawyers National Peer Review Survey

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      • May 23, 2013

        Robinson & Cole Expands Rapidly Growing Private Equity/M&A Practice

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      • August 28, 2012

        Robinson & Cole Receives Top Listing in Connecticut Attorney Count in Best Lawyers National Peer Review Survey

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      • June 15, 2011

        Robinson & Cole Hosts Summer Interns from the Law and Government Academy at Hartford High School

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    • Legal Updates/Newsletters

      Legal Updates/Newsletters

      "IP+T Intelligence Newsletter" co-authored with Alaine C. Doolan (Q3 2018)

      "IP+T Intelligence Newsletter" co-authored with Alaine C. Doolan, Nathaniel T. Arden and Benjamin C. Jensen (Q2 2018)

      "IP+T Intelligence Newsletter" co-authored with Nuala E. Droney and Brian E. Moran (Q1 2018)