Schiff Hardin possesses nationally recognized expertise in the substantive law that applies to trade secrets and non-compete agreements.

For example, through our trial and appellate work, we have created and shaped the law of trade secrets, including development of the doctrine of "inevitable disclosure" of trade secrets.PepsiCo, Inc. v. Redmond et al., 54 F. 3d. 1262 (7th Cir. 1995), our firm filed an action on behalf of PepsiCo, Inc. against a former employee and his new employer, seeking emergency and permanent injunctive relief.

We can also bring to bear our expertise in the area of trade secrets, restrictive covenants, and information protection outside the courtroom.