Maschoff Brennan Appoints Erynn Embree and Todd Hales to Executive Committee

New appointments mark the next chapter in the firm’s ongoing growth and industry leadership

Maschoff Brennan, a leading intellectual property and complex litigation law firm, is pleased to announce the addition of Erynn Embree and Todd Hales to the firm’s Executive Committee. Both attorneys bring deep experience and leadership skills that will help guide the firm’s continued growth and commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Embree, who focuses her practice on intellectual property litigation and strategy, has long been a trusted advisor to clients navigating complex legal challenges. Hales, a seasoned patent attorney, advises innovative companies on protecting and maximizing the value of their intellectual property portfolios. Their combined expertise reflects the firm’s dedication to both protecting innovation and anticipating the evolving needs of clients across industries.

“We are excited to welcome Erynn and Todd to the Executive Committee,” said Eric Maschoff, Co-Managing Partner. “They are both highly respected within the firm and the broader legal community, and their leadership will be invaluable as we continue to grow and innovate in serving our clients.”

Both Embree and Hales are based in Maschoff Brennan’s Orange County, California office, underscoring the firm’s long-term commitment to serving clients in one of the nation’s most dynamic innovation hubs. Their appointments to the Executive Committee highlight the strategic importance of the California market to the firm’s growth, as well as Maschoff Brennan’s dedication to providing local leadership and deep intellectual property expertise to companies across the region.

The firm also extends its gratitude to R. Burns Israelsen and Andrew Noble, who are stepping down from the Executive Committee after years of dedicated service. Both played key roles in guiding the firm’s strategic direction and supporting its attorneys and staff.

“We sincerely thank Burns and Andrew for their leadership and countless contributions,” added Eric Maschoff. “Their efforts have helped strengthen Maschoff Brennan’s position as a trusted partner to innovative companies around the world.”

Maschoff Brennan looks forward to the continued success of the firm under the leadership of its Executive Committee, now comprised of Kirk R. Harris, Eric L. Maschoff, Sterling A. Brennan, Sherman W. Kahn, Erynn L. Embree, and Todd Hales.

About Maschoff Brennan

Maschoff Brennan provides legal counsel and representation to some of the world’s most innovative companies. With over fifty attorneys and offices in the technology-focused regions of California, Utah, and New York, our attorneys are known for having the breadth of experience and the forward-thinking insight needed to handle complex technological and business issues across all industries and geographic boundaries. We have extensive experience representing clients in Federal and State courts nationwide and before the ITC, USPTO, PTAB, TTAB, and other administrative agencies in Washington, D.C.