Ghaith Mahmood

United States

Latham & Watkins · Ghaith Mahmood, Global Chair of the firm's Data & Technology Transactions Practice, advises clients on all aspects of intellectual property and technology transactions — from developing, licensing, and commercializing IP assets, to advising on the IP aspects of strategic transactions. Ghaith is a leader of the firm’s Artificial Intelligence Practice, the Video Gaming & esports Practice, and a key member of the firm’s Digital Assets & Web3 Practice. Ghaith handles a full spectrum of IP and technology matters, including: Licensing agreements involving technology, software, trademarks, and/or content Strategic alliances, partnerships, and joint ventures Video game development and publishing agreements Manufacture, supply, and resale agreements Open-source licensing Customer and end-user arrangements Consumer protection and advertising matters Licensing and other commercial issues surrounding non-fungible tokens (NFTs) He also regularly collaborates with corporate colleagues to provide counseling on IP and technology matters in the context of: Mergers and acquisitions Corporate financings Bankruptcy and restructurings Drawing on experience with both traditional and innovative technologies, Ghaith regularly advises companies in the following technology sectors: Adtech Blockchain and digital assets Digital and social media Digital health E-commerce Information technology Software Transportation Video games Virtual and augmented reality Complementing his commercial work, Ghaith passionately advocates for pro bono clients in the technology industry, and also serves as lead counsel representing asylum seekers, abused children, and the homeless.

United States