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Mintz is a litigation powerhouse and business accelerator serving leaders in life sciences, private equity, energy, and technology.

The world’s most innovative companies trust Mintz to provide expert advice, protect and monetize their IP, negotiate deals, source financing, and solve complex legal challenges. The firm has over 600 attorneys across offices in Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Washington, DC, San Francisco, San Diego, and Toronto. This page may constitute attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a

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05/27/2026

For 20 years, Mintz San Diego has partnered with the people and organizations shaping the region, working alongside innovators, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and civic leaders to help drive growth and progress.

What’s defined that work isn’t just the matters we’ve handled. It’s the relationships, leadership, and shared commitment behind them. That approach continues to guide how we show up, both in our client work and in the San Diego community.

As we mark this milestone, we’re proud to reflect on what’s been built together and grateful for the partnerships that made it possible.

Click through to see a few of the moments and contributions that have shaped our journey.

05/26/2026

AI misuse in drug manufacturing has triggered its first warning letter, an early signal the FDA is scrutinizing how AI is being used by regulated entities. This is one of several developments highlighted in the latest FDA in Flux newsletter.

• Proof-of-concept “real-time clinical trials” are now underway, with sponsors submitting endpoint data through digital platforms. These pilots signal a shift toward AI-enabled trial models designed to compress development timelines and move toward more continuous approaches.

• Scrutiny of drug compounding continues to intensify, including a proposal to exclude certain GLP-1 active ingredients from the 503B ingredient list and upcoming advisory meetings to evaluate certain experimental peptides for use by 503A compounders. These developments reinforce the current legal framework and the importance of compliance across 503A and 503B compounders.

• FDA is asking stakeholders to help identify drugs for potential repurposing where scientific data exists creating potential opportunities in underserved and rare disease areas.

• A new citizen petition challenges FDA’s disclosure of complete response letters and highlights the potential risks to proprietary information and competitive positioning.

Read the full issue: https://bit.ly/4v1DxnY

05/19/2026

What happens when AI has a seat in the boardroom?

In the latest episode of Mintz On Air: Practical Policies, Real vs. Robot: Bots in the Boardroom, host Jen Rubin is joined by Member Melanie Levy for an unscripted conversation on AI’s evolving role in corporate governance.

They explore many key questions boards face today with AI’s rapid escalation and widespread adoption — how to discharge fiduciary duties that apply to humans who use AI tools, and the risks to confidentiality, technology adoption without appropriate policies and the potential for diminishing the protection of the business judgment rule.

They also discuss whether banning AI in the boardroom or requiring fluency tests for board members is realistic, and why AI can enhance decision-making but not replace human judgment.

A practical listen for board members, inhouse counsel, and governance professionals navigating AI with accountability and oversight.

🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://bit.ly/49c3yJ0

05/15/2026

✨We are proud to be included in BTI Associate Satisfaction A Listers 2026, highlighting firms where associates are happiest. ✨

The BTI A List is based entirely on independent, anonymous feedback from more than 5,000 associates across firms of all sizes.

From meaningful training and strong mentorship to clear growth opportunities and invested partners, associates evaluate in the survey what matters most to their experience.

Thank you to our Associates for everything you do — driving exceptional client work and shaping our culture every day. https://bit.ly/4uQK1WU

05/13/2026

Two cities, countless conversations, and many forward-looking insights on navigating complexity in today’s workplace.

Our 2026 Employment Law Summits in New York and Boston delivered practical strategies to address the workplace challenges of today and prepare organizations for what’s ahead.

A few themes stood out:
• Employers are being asked to navigate a legal landscape that is changing quickly, inconsistently, and often simultaneously across jurisdictions
• AI, pay transparency, employee mobility, and shifting workplace expectations are reshaping how organizations hire, manage, and retain talent
• The way organizations respond to employee complaints and workplace conflict increasingly shapes both legal risk and workplace culture

What set the sessions apart was not just the substantive content, but also the clear, actionable guidance provided to help leaders move forward with confidence.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such engaging discussions. Special thanks to our keynote speaker Dr. Tessa West for sharing psychology-based strategies to enhance workplace communication.

📍 Next stop: San Diego on June 2. This summit delivers a curated, California-focused program for senior business, legal, and HR leaders operating at the cutting-edge of employment law.

🔗Learn more and register: https://mintz.swoogo.com/043026/10985713?ref=Employment+Summit+Wrap+Up+Post+%2B+San+Diego&utm_medium=oraganic_social&utm_source=linkedin&utm_campaign=Employment_Summit_Wrap_Up_Post_and_San_Diego

05/12/2026

The May edition of Mintz’s Sustainable Energy & Infrastructure Connections shares perspectives on advanced nuclear, digital infrastructure, federal energy policy, and deal activity.

This month’s insights include:

🔹Partner Adam Banack on where SMRs are headed, what makes projects bankable, and lessons from Canada as the market evolves

🔹Spring Lane Capital’s Rob Day on power strategy, microgrids, and the realities of scaling AI-ready infrastructure

🔹What the proposed FY2027 Department of Energy budget signals for reliability, domestic production, and funding priorities

🔹Sora Fuel’s $14.6 million financing and the role of innovative capital in advancing sustainable aviation fuel

Read the full newsletter: https://bit.ly/4uFYggW

05/11/2026

🏆 We have once again been recognized among the most active and high-performing law firms in patent prosecution in Patexia's LexDana 2026 Patent Prosecution Intelligence Report.

Based on Patexia’s assessment of patent prosecution activity and performance before the US Patent and Trademark Office, Mintz earned top rankings across key categories:

▪️Top 25 law firms in biotech
▪️Recognized law firm in high-tech
▪️Top 100 law firms overall across all technologies and industries

Member Jenny Chen, Patent Agent Trudy Rey, Special Counsel Edward Grief, and Associate Edmund Koundakjian were also recognized for their contributions to biotech patent prosecution.

These rankings reflect the strength of our patent prosecution team and our continued focus on helping innovative companies protect and advance their technologies. https://www.mintz.com/insights-center/news-press/mintz-earns-top-rankings-patexias-lexdana-2026-patent-prosecution?utm_campaign=news_patexia_patent_prosecution&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=1778514961

05/08/2026

We recently welcomed LGBTQ+ colleagues and allies from across the firm to Washington, DC for our annual Pride Retreat — two days centered on connection, learning, and community.

The retreat created space for open, thoughtful conversations around allyship, advocacy, professional identity, benefits, and ways in which the legal profession can better support LGBTQ+ communities. We were honored to hear from civil rights attorney and Senior Advisor at Democracy Forward, Sunu Chandy, whose keynote grounded the program in purpose and perspective.

Beyond the sessions, time spent together through collaborative discussions and team-building activities strengthened relationships and reflected the inclusive, welcoming environment we strive to foster every day at Mintz.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the retreat such a meaningful experience and a special shout-out to Chairs of Mintz Pride Suman Chakraborty and Sherwet H. Witherington and our Pride Retreat Co-chairs J. Corbin Carter and Daniel Brownstone. Moments like this reflect our ongoing commitment to ensuring our colleagues feel supported, valued, and empowered to bring their full selves to work.

04/29/2026

PBM reform in 2026 is still evolving. Federal agencies, state governments, and the courts are all shaping policy at the same time. Understanding how these initiatives operate in parallel is essential for navigating compliance, contracting, and strategy.

Read Mintz’s PBM Policy and Legislative Update for deeper insight: https://bit.ly/3OVQeBr

03/18/2026

In this year’s edition of EnforceMintz, Mintz health care enforcement defense attorneys analyze how state enforcement pressure is rising across GLP 1 marketing, health care AI, and pricing practices, and with even greater activity expected in 2026, health care organizations need to prepare for expanding regulatory scrutiny and increased compliance risk.

Stay prepared for what is ahead: https://bit.ly/4rsDmRD

03/16/2026

Charles Liu focuses on high-stakes patent disputes, with an emphasis on technologies spanning semiconductors, telecommunications systems, software, and AI-driven innovations. He advises market leaders in matters before federal District Courts, the ITC, and the PTAB, developing multi-forum strategies that align litigation tactics with business goals.

We are thrilled to welcome Charles to our IP Litigation team as we further enhance our nationally renowned ITC Practice. https://bit.ly/40yYV7a

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