Apr 12, 2026
Kerry Hotopp joins Akin Gump
Kerry Hotopp, previously General Counsel at the Department of the Navy, has joined Akin Gump as Senior Counsel in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. Kerry advises defense, technology and research‑driven clients on complex federal acquisition requirements and enforcement matters.
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Apr 29, 2026
Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard
Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.
Apr 22, 2026
Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner join Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher
Judson Littleton and Morgan Ratner, previously Partners at Sullivan & Cromwell, have joined Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher as Partners in the firm's Appellate Practice. The team brings experience in appellate advocacy, including in the Office of the Solicitor General.

