Summary
Peter Soskin represents clients in complex business litigation, with a focus on intellectual property disputes. His practice includes matters involving trade secret misappropriation, breach of contract, and conflicts among founders, business partners, and competitors.
Strategic Advocacy in Complex Business Litigation
Peter has litigated cases in federal and state courts throughout the country and has experience guiding clients through all stages of a dispute—from pre-litigation counseling through dispositive motion practice and trial. His background includes substantial work in patent litigation, and he draws on that experience to handle technically complex matters across a range of industries.
Before joining Bergeson, LLP, Peter practiced at an international law firm where he managed commercial litigation involving multifaceted factual records, numerous witnesses, and expert testimony. He brings a practical and strategic mindset to each case, with a focus on achieving efficient, business-minded resolutions.
Championing Justice with Pro Bono Service
Peter also maintains a strong commitment to pro bono service. He has represented individuals and nonprofit organizations in matters ranging from immigration and asylum to civil rights and housing disputes. His pro bono work reflects a belief that legal advocacy should be accessible and impactful across all communities.
Outside the office, Peter was a member of the band “The Latent Defects” at the 2025 Law Rocks battle of the bands in San Francisco, reflecting his commitment to community and creativity beyond the courtroom.
Representative Cases
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc. v. First Alert, Inc. et al., Western District of Texas 2023 Case No. 22-cv-00566
Represented a major manufacturer of home safety equipment against patent holder’s claims of infringement relating to smoke detectors.
Entropic Communications LLC v. Comcast Corporation et al., Central District of California Case No. 2:23-cv-01048
Entropic Communications LLC v. Cox Communications, Inc. et al., Central District of California Case No. 2:23-cv-01047
Entropic Communications LLC v. Charter Communications, Inc.,Eastern District of Texas Case No. 2:22-cv-00125
Entropic Communications LLC v. DISH Network Corporation, et al., Central District of California Case No. 2:23-cv-01048
Entropic Communications LLC v. DIRECTV, LLC, Central District of California Case No. 2:23-cv-05253
Represented patent owner against cable and satellite television companies relating to innovative MoCA related technology.
In the Matter of Certain Skin Rejuvenation Devices, Components Thereof, and Products Containing the Same; International Trade Commission Inv. No. 337-TA-1262 (Invasix Inc. v. Ilooda Co. Ltd.)
Represented the developer of cutting-edge RF Microneedling technology before the International Trade Commission.
KOSS Corporation v. Apple Inc., Western District of Texas Case No. 6:20-cv-00665
Represented inventor of true wireless headphones in patent litigation and arbitration relating to true wireless and assistant technology in Apple’s AirPods products.
SIMO Holdings Inc. v. uCloudlink Network Technology Limited, Southern District of New York Case No. 1:18-cv-05427
Hong Kong uCloudlink Network Technology Limited et al v. SIMO Holdings Inc. et al, Northern District of California Case No. 3:2018cv05031
SIMO Holdings, Inc. et al v. Hong Kong uCloudlink Network Technology Limited et al, Eastern District of Texas Case No. 2:2020cv00003
Represented inventor and developer of innovative Cloud SIM technology in patent infringement and trade secret cases against competitor, including successful trial in the Southern District of New York.
In the Matter of Certain Lithium-Ion Batteries, Battery Cells, Battery Modules, Battery Packs, Components thereof, and Processes Therefor.
Represented major foreign manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries against patent holder in ITC investigation through trial before the International Trade Commission.
Jane Doe v. David K. Elam II, Central District of California Case No. 2:14-cv-09788
Represented a victim of online cyber-crimes relating to the unlawful publication of intimate copyrighted images.
Publications
Author: “Protecting Title in Continental Europe and the United States - Restriction of a Market”, Hastings Business Law Journal Vol. 7 (2011) No.2
Author: “Developers Are Testing Defenses In Generative AI Litigation”, Law360 (2023)