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Contending with Federal Investigations

Client Alert | less than 1 min read | 10.22.15

Crowell & Moring attorneys lend their voices to WFED radio today. Listen in at 12:30 pm EDT as these practitioners discuss the triggers of a federal investigation, how to formulate an investigative plan (including review of recent key developments), and corrective action measures.

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Client Alert | 8 min read | 12.11.25

Director Squires Revamps the Workings of the U.S. Patent Office

In March 2025, President Trump nominated John A. Squires for the positions of Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). After being approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee by a vote of 20-2, Squires was confirmed by the Senate on September 17, 2025, by a vote of 51-47 after anti-filibuster measures were invoked. During and after the confirmation process, Squires emphasized several goals for the USPTO during his time as Director. Such goals included:...