April 22, 2026

Gibney Immigration Attorneys Author Lexology Chapter on Corporate Immigration: USA

Immigration Group attorneys  Jennifer Davis, Stephen J.O. Maltby, Ellen Poreda and Violeta Petrova co-authored the USA chapter for Lexology’s In-Depth: Corporate Immigration (formerly The Corporate Immigration Review).

This comprehensive guide covers:

  • Introduction to Corporate U.S. Immigration: A foundational overview
  • 2025 Year-in-Review: Analysis of major trends and developments
  • Practical Implications & Commercial Impacts: Understanding the business effects
  • Employment-Based Immigration Strategies: Key approaches for employers
  • Legal & Policy Landscape: Future outlook and preparation

About the publication:
In-Depth: Corporate Immigration includes surveys and analyses of the most noteworthy aspects of business immigration law and practice worldwide, with a focus on the most consequential recent developments. In addition to providing an insightful introduction to the immigration framework in each jurisdiction, it also covers key international treaty obligations; residence rights; requirements for employer-sponsored workers; schemes for investors and entrepreneurs; and an outlook for future developments.

Read the chapter.

April 22, 2026

Gibney Recognized in Fashion Law 2026 as a Top U.S. Law Firm for Retail Companies

Gibney is pleased to share that the firm has been ranked in The Fashion Law’s Fashion Law 2026: The Top U.S. Law Firms for Retail Companies. Gibney was also previously recognized in the inaugural list.

The Fashion Law (TFL) recognized Gibney for operating at the core of brand protection strategy for fashion and luxury companies, with a practice centered on the development, maintenance, and enforcement of intellectual property rights. The article also highlighted the IP Group’s work with clients on building and managing global trademark portfolios, navigating oppositions and cancellations, and addressing infringement across both traditional retail channels and online marketplaces.

TFL notes “In an environment increasingly shaped by cross-border commerce and digital brand exposure, Gibney’s work reflects a steady focus on the operational side of IP, ensuring that protection mechanisms keep pace with how brands are actually marketed, sold, and consumed. Gibney’s strong intellectual property practice, including its recent work managing luxury trademark portfolios and handling enforcement matters, highlights its standing as a leading fashion law firm.”

About the ranking:

TFL has compiled its second annual list of top law firms working across fashion law, luxury goods, and the wider retail/consumer products sector. In putting together this list, TFL evaluated leading U.S.-based firms with established fashion law practices, considering factors such as the scale and scope of their work, the services they provide, the strength of their client rosters, and their involvement in the fashion law community.

October 6, 2025

Immigration Partner Violeta Petrova Quoted on Social Media and Immigration Vetting

Gibney Partner Violeta Petrova was quoted in the article “How Social Media Is Influencing Visa Decisions Around the World” published on the WERC website. The article addresses the increase in social media and online scrutiny by immigration authorities globally. Exploring recent changes to US policy, Partner Violeta Petrova is quoted stating “Social media data collection and screening has been an intrinsic part of the immigration vetting process in the U.S. for close to a decade.” Violeta discusses the legal and ethical concerns about recent policies and discusses the impact of social media screening on visa categories. Violeta also discusses the implications for employers and mobility professionals and shares thoughts on best practices to ensure compliance.

Read the full article.

About WERC
For businesses and professionals involved in managing, facilitating, or enabling employee relocations—encompassing the fields of human resources, real estate, immigration and tax services, law, technology, and others—WERC provides information, education, and networking opportunities so they can exchange knowledge and expertise to advance, grow, and navigate the complexities and challenges of mobilizing talent throughout the world.

May 6, 2025

Gibney Immigration Attorneys Co-Authors Year in Review of US Corporate Immigration

Immigration Group attorneys Ellen Poreda, Stephen J.O. Maltby, Violeta Petrova and Jennifer Davis co-authored the USA chapter for Lexology’s In-Depth: Corporate Immigration (formerly The Corporate Immigration Review). The chapter includes a general introduction to corporate immigration in the USA, a review of the past year’s developments for employment-based immigration, practical implications and commercial impacts and an outlook on what’s to come.

About the publication:
In-Depth: Corporate Immigration includes surveys and analyses of the most noteworthy aspects of business immigration law and practice worldwide, with a focus on the most consequential recent developments. In addition to providing an insightful introduction to the immigration framework in each jurisdiction, it also covers key international treaty obligations; residence rights; requirements for employer-sponsored workers; schemes for investors and entrepreneurs; and an outlook for future developments.

Read the full article.

March 3, 2025

Brian Brokate Quoted in the World Intellectual Property Review Article: Will Walmart’s Birkin Gambit be Worth it in the End?

IP Partner Brian Brokate was quoted in the article “Will Walmart’s Birkin Gambit Be Worth It in the End?” for the World Intellectual Property Review which explores French luxury brand Hermès® and Walmart’s lookalike “Wirkin’ bag. According to the article, priced at $78-100, the budget-friendly bag mimics the aesthetic of the original Birkin, which ranges from $10,000 to over $500,000.

Brian shares his thoughts on trade dress infringement considerations. The article states that Brian “believes that while the budget chain could face legal action for trade dress infringement and potential dilution of the Birkin brand, he agrees it could offer a strong counter argument: the Wirkin may be a dupe but isn’t duping anyone.

Brian is also quoted, stating “Walmart’s likely first defense would be that this is not an infringement, but rather a ‘copy’ product: we’re not trying to confuse anyone – we’re offering a product priced around $80, while a Birkin costs thousands. No one will mistake the two.”

Read the full article.

February 28, 2025

Brian Brokate and Jacqueline Alcantara Co-Author World IP Review Article: Jack Daniel’s harmed, but not infringed, by chewy dog toy

IP Partner Brian Brokate and Law Clerk Jacqueline Alcantara co-authored the article “Jack Daniel’s harmed, but not infringed, by chewy dog toy” for the World IP Review.

In the article, Brian and Jacqueline explore the decade-long litigation between Jack Daniels and VIP Products. After a Supreme Court ruling, the case was returned to US District Court for the District of Arizona. The latest January 21, 2025 ruling finds that the whiskey brand’s marks were diluted but not infringed upon by the dog toy. Brian and Jacqueline review the First Amendment arguments, trademark dilution considerations and key takeaways from the case.

Read the full article: https://www.worldipreview.com/trademark/jack-daniels-harmed-but-not-infringed-by-chewy-dog-toy

 

August 19, 2024

IP Partner Angelo Mazza Featured on Tracer Talks Discussing Cybercrime in the Luxury Goods Market

IP Partner Angelo Mazza is featured in Tracer Talks Episode 5: Fighting Cybercrime in the Luxury Goods Market. Angelo and Tracer CEO Rick Farnell delve into the emergence of “dupe culture” and its market impact.

In this episode, Angelo Mazza discusses the challenges and trends in brand protection in the luxury goods market. He highlights the increasing sophistication of counterfeiters and the changing attitudes towards counterfeit products. The role of AI in brand protection is also explored, with both the potential benefits and challenges it presents. The conversation covers various platforms where counterfeits are sold, the importance of investment in brand protection, and the metrics used to measure success. Rapid-fire questions at the end provide some fun insights into Angelo’s personal preferences.

Watch the full video now: https://lnkd.in/gtwUdmxK

July 1, 2024

IP Partner Angelo Mazza Featured On IP Fridays Podcast

IP Partner Angelo Mazza was a featured guest on the IP Fridays Podcast with hosts Ken Suzan and Dr. Rolf Claessen. Angelo is featured on Episode 153: Experience With US Customs (CBP) – E-Commerce and the De Minimis Rule For Counterfeit Goods – MOU With US Chamber – Interview with Angelo Mazza.

Listen to the full episode.

Episode Overview:
In this episode, Angelo discusses his over 30 years of experience with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and discussed emerging intellectual property issues, including evolving threats and e-commerce, the de minimis rule and the increase in counterfeit goods and CBP customs’ efforts and operations. He also discusses how rights holders can protect themselves and shares success stories where CBP’s efforts have led to the seizure of millions of dollars worth of counterfeit goods and the shutdown of operations exploiting the de minimis rule. Angelo also shares insights on the US Chamber’s Memorandum of Understanding with CBP, a a collaboration which allows brands to share worldwide seizure information, which aids in risk assessment and targeting counterfeit goods.

May 3, 2024

Ellen Poreda, Stephen Maltby and Stewart Rodriguez Co-Author Year in Review: Corporate Immigration in USA

Immigration Group attorneys Ellen Poreda, Stephen Maltby and Stewart Rodriguez co-authored the article: Year in Review: Corporate Immigration in USA.

In the article, the attorneys highlight that the past year has seen a few positive developments for employment-based immigration, yet they have been somewhat overshadowed by long processing times, multiple threats of a government shutdown by a dysfunctional Congress and political manoeuvring as we head into another presidential election. The article explores key issues and provides an outlook for 2020.

Read the full article.

May 3, 2024

Inez Macedonio Article on the Immigration Visa Bulletin on JD Supra Popular Reads List

The article May 2024 Visa Bulletin Released by Senior Counsel Inez Macedonio was recognized on JD Supra’s May Popular Reads List.

About the article:
The Department of State released the May 2024 Visa Bulletin. USCIS will continue to accept employment-based Adjustment of Status applications based on the Final Action Dates chart. Most Employment-Based Categories will hold steady and remain unchanged for May under Final Action Dates.

From JD Supra:
With forward-looking updates about impending legislative developments (the FTC non-compete vote, rescheduling marijuana, others) as well as analysis and commentary on a wide range of regulatory topics of the day, here’s a look at some of the most widely read publications on JD Supra during April, 2024.