Pierson Ferdinand Strengthens IP Department with Trade Secrets Litigator in Atlanta
David Pardue brings deep experience in complex, sophisticated litigation
Atlanta, GA – June 5, 2025 – Pierson Ferdinand LLP (“PierFerd” or the “Firm”), one of the world’s fastest-growing law firms, announces that David L. Pardue, one of the country’s leading trade secrets litigators, has joined the Firm’s Intellectual Property (“IP”) Department as a Partner in Atlanta, Georgia.
Bringing over three decades of experience, David counsels clients and litigates on their behalf on trade secrets; IP; employment; and complex business matters - frequently leading high-stakes, complex litigation for major corporations.
David’s clients range from global public companies to small businesses, in various sectors such as manufacturing, technology, automotive, construction, and insurance. He has been lead counsel in over 125 federal lawsuits in 22 U.S. jurisdictions.
David is also a recognized thought leader on trade secrets matters, and a regular speaker at major industry events - including this year’s Sedona Conference on Global Intellectual Property Litigation, held in the Netherlands. He has also authored numerous articles covering developments in noncompete and trade secrets law, such as ‘Non-Compete Clauses in the Crosshairs’, published by IAM in April.
Before joining the Firm, David was a Partner at 275 lawyer firm Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP. His arrival strengthens PierFerd’s IP department and its trade secrets litigation experience – which is a strategic priority for the Firm.
Naira Simmons, Co-Chair of the Intellectual Property Department at PierFerd, said:
“We are delighted to welcome David Pardue to our Intellectual Property Department. David is widely recognized as a leading authority in trade secrets law, with more than three decades of experience guiding clients through complex, high-stakes litigation. His deep experience spans a broad range of industries, and his thoughtful, strategic approach to resolving sophisticated disputes is highly valued by clients and colleagues alike. David’s arrival significantly enhances our capabilities in IP litigation, particularly with respect to Trade Secrets, and I am confident that he will be a tremendous asset to our team and to the clients we serve.”
David L. Pardue, Partner at Pierson Ferdinand, commented:
“PierFerd’s collaborative culture and mission statement were significant reasons why I have joined the Firm - as was its transparency on compensation. I look forward to working closely with new colleagues, particularly on IP and patent litigation where trade secrets experience will be invaluable.”
Outside his legal career, David volunteers for various non-profits, including a role on the Board of the United States Intellectual Property Alliance; whose mission is to educate the general public about the importance of intellectual property rights.
David holds a J.D. from Yale Law School and a B.A., summa cum laude, from Tulane University.
About PierFerd
Pierson Ferdinand LLP is an international law firm serving clients globally from 25+ markets. Its 230+ partners practice in 80+ areas of law, including corporate, M&A, securities, employment and executive compensation, intellectual property, litigation, private clients & estates, and tax. Its partners have a reputation for excellence and have significant experience practicing in preeminent law firms, corporate legal departments, and government.[1]
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[1] In London, the firm operates as Pierson Ferdinand UK LLP, a limited liability partnership registered in England & Wales with registered number OC449880. It is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with registered number 8006801. Pierson Ferdinand UK is connected with its affiliate in the United States, Pierson Ferdinand LLP, although they are two separate legal entities.
The word “partner” denotes a member of Pierson Ferdinand UK or an employee or consultant with equivalent standing and qualifications.
