Our areas
of practice

Complex Commercial Litigation

Aggressively defending our clients’ commercial and business interests.

Fashion & Lifestyle

With an unparalleled understanding of the industry, HBA is the fashion law firm.

Intellectual Property

Counselling in all aspects of creating, procuring, leveraging and defending Intellectual Property.

Media & Technology

Providing counsel to our clients on the structure and negotiation of complex domestic and international transactions as well as ongoing legal advice to media and technology companies on corporate, commercial and intellectual property matters.

Mergers & Acquisitions

We undertake complex and innovative M&A transactions in the fashion, media and technology industries on behalf of strategic and financial buy-side and sell-side clients.

Outside General Counsel

A unique outside general counsel program for small and large clients.

Retail Leasing

Specializing in the negotiating of office and retail leases for flagship and retail locations

Venture Capital

Experience and understanding of both sides of the venture capital ecosystem.

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New York’s Noncompete Ban – what next?

July 25, 2023
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Julia Jansen
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New York Website Accessibility Litigation Expands to State Court

April 26, 2023
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New California Plastic Law Forces the Industry to Rethink Packaging

August 18, 2022
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MEET MR’S NEW CONTRIBUTOR DOUGLAS HAND

January 11, 2024
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Douglas Hand on the Yeezy and Adidas Fallout

September 9, 2022
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Adam Michaels
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Rinat Brodach

August 25, 2022
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The Impact of Russian Sanctions on Multi-National Brands

March 24, 2022
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Gigi Burris

July 29, 2022
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Michael Bastian

May 11, 2022
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Douglas Hand on What Russian Sanctions Mean for Fashion

March 29, 2022
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Protecting Trademarks in the Metaverse – What Can Be Done?

January 14, 2022
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SHOP Till You Drop by Paul K. Smith

October 29, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Tiffany Stevens

February 24, 2022
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Fashion Law at a Glance with Professor Douglas Hand

December 8, 2021
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Podcasts

The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Bridget Foley

February 9, 2022
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IS WEIGHTS AND MEASURES KNOCKING AT YOUR DOOR?

November 30, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Todd Snyder

August 4, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Karin Dillie

November 22, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Ippolita Rostagno

July 16, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Sam Ku

November 9, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Sarah Flint

August 19, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Kristy Caylor

October 29, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Ron Thurston

September 27, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Billy Reid

September 1, 2021
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Douglas Hand on Legal Considerations When Launching a Fashion Brand

June 30, 2021
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Douglas Hand as a Board Member of the FIT Foundation

June 30, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Aaron Luo

May 25, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Euan Rellie

June 18, 2021
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Adam Michaels
Alan Baldachin
Andrew Peken
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Douglas Hand on What Fashion Can Get Out of Gaming

April 30, 2021
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Use of Another Brand’s Merchandise in Promotional Materials

March 12, 2021
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand - Vanessa Barboni Hallik

April 30, 2021
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Douglas Hand on Nike's Suit Against MSCHF Over the "Satan Shoes"

April 8, 2021
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Publications

Do's and Dont's of Website Privacy Policies

March 4, 2021
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Douglas Hand on Dolce & Gabbana's Defamation Suit Against Diet Prada

March 5, 2021
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Podcasts

The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 30- Josh Peskowitz

March 5, 2021
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Douglas Hand on the Use of Antique Quilt Patterns: Bode vs. Stan

February 23, 2021
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Podcasts

The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 29- Jim Moore

February 16, 2021
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News

What the Tiffany/LVMH Case May Tell Us About Future Fashion Mergers

October 28, 2020
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Publications

New “Open Storefronts” Program Allows Retailers to Operate Outside

October 28, 2020
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News

Douglas Hand on the Tiffany x LVMH Deal

January 8, 2021
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Douglas Hand
David Schumeister
Mark Pieri
Podcasts

The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 28- Gary Wassner

November 18, 2020
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New Accredited Investor Definition Expands Investment Opportunities

September 25, 2020
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News

Douglas Hand on the Supreme/VF Deal

November 12, 2020
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Publications

Proposition 24 – the California Privacy Rights and Enforcement Act

October 5, 2020
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Podcasts

The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 27- Eric Jennings

October 26, 2020
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News

Douglas Hand on the Future of the Modelling Industry

August 12, 2020
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Publications

Being a Summer Associate during COVID-19

July 22, 2020
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Publications

Social Media Influencers: Legal Considerations for Brands

June 19, 2020
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Podcasts

The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 26- Jason Scott

August 14, 2020
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Publications

The PPPFA Makes It Easier To Receive Forgiveness of PPP Loans

June 15, 2020
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Publications

Climate Change in Retail Leasing

July 3, 2020
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Publications

Preparing for Retail’s Re-Opening Post-Quarantine

May 15, 2020
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Podcasts

The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 25- Greg Lauren

June 15, 2020
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News

Fashion Frameworks' Webinar: Fashion Law Amidst The COVID-19 Pandemic

May 20, 2020
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Podcasts

The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 24- David Hart

May 16, 2020
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Publications

Neiman Marcus’ Impending Bankruptcy

April 29, 2020
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Publications

The Coming FTC Crackdown on Misleading Influencer Marketing

April 28, 2020
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Publications

The Paycheck Protection Program offers relief to small Businesses

April 2, 2020
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News

Douglas Hand on 5 M&A Fashion Predictions

April 20, 2020
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News

Marc Reiner on High Court's Trademark Ruling sparking Litigation Wave

April 26, 2020
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Publications

Covid-19 Client Advisory

March 25, 2020
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Publications

A Summary of the CARES Act and What it Could Mean for Your Business

March 27, 2020
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News

Douglas Hand on crisis management, legal issues, and opportunities for brands and retailers in WWD

March 24, 2020
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Publications

Stay Secure While Working Remotely

March 21, 2020
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Marc Reiner
Publications

Newly Introduced SHOP SAFE Act of 2020 Takes on Counterfeiting in Electronic Commerce But Does Not Go Far Enough

March 13, 2020
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Publications

Coronavirus Fashion Trends

March 18, 2020
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Podcasts

The Medium Rules: Aggregating and Innovating in Publishing with James Heckman, CEO of Maven

March 18, 2020
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Alan Baldachin
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Douglas Hand on Coronavirus, Cancellations & Contracts in WWD

March 10, 2020
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Publications

Lessons Learned From Barneys’ Bankruptcy by Sarah Bagley and Michael Norton

March 5, 2020
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Michael Norton
Podcasts

The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 23 - Alec Baldwin

March 4, 2020
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Publications

HBA's Top Tech Trends For 2020

January 14, 2020
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Publications

The Medium Rules: Network Effects with Tim Gunderson of Carta

December 26, 2019
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Alan Baldachin
Podcasts

The Medium Rules: Trump Impeachment Trial with Attorneys from HBA

January 22, 2020
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Alan Baldachin
Podcasts

The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 22 - Megan Maguire Steele

January 16, 2020
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News

Two Years in as a Podcast Host - What I've Learned

December 26, 2019
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Alan Baldachin
Podcasts

The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 21 - Fern Mallis

December 26, 2019
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Podcasts

The Laws of Style hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 20 - John Mezzo

November 11, 2019
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RE: Barneys NY - “It’s Not Over Until It’s Over” Says Douglas Hand in WWD

October 28, 2019
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News

Douglas Hand on What’s Next for Dr. Marten in this Footwear News Article

November 4, 2019
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Podcasts

The Medium Rules: Media Strategies for Political Advocacy in the 2020 Election Cycle w/ Swing Left

October 31, 2019
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Alan Baldachin
News

Douglas Hand Reflects on Madewell's IPO in Vogue Business Article

October 14, 2019
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Podcasts

The Laws of Style hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 19 - Ryan Babenzian

October 18, 2019
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Publications

M&A AND FASHION: IF THE DEAL FITS. . . BUY IT!

September 30, 2019
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Adam Michaels Authors Law360 Article "A New Way to Fight ADA Web Accessibility Claims..."

August 13, 2019
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Douglas Hand Quoted in WWD as Barneys Moves Closer to a Deal

October 4, 2019
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Partner Adam Michaels Weighs in on Avenatti Extortion Scandal in WWD

March 26, 2019
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Podcasts

The Laws of Style hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 18 - Candice Cuoco

September 18, 2019
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Douglas Hand
Podcasts

The Medium Rules: AppNexus, AT&T and the Future of Media w/Michael Rubenstein

September 18, 2019
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Alan Baldachin
News

Douglas Hand Talks Retailer Website Accessibility Suits in WWD

July 17, 2019
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Douglas Hand
Publications

Stories From the Crypt: Some ICO Lessons From Dot-Com 1.0 — A Venture Lawyer’s Perspective

May 2, 2018
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News

Alan Baldachin Featured in Crains NY on "How to Make Money in Tech"

August 19, 2019
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Alan Baldachin
Publications

6 Priorities for Israeli Founders Seeking Early-Stage Capital in the US

August 9, 2019
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News

Douglas Hand on What’s Next for Barneys After Bankruptcy in WWD

August 7, 2019
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News

HBA's Douglas Hand Offers Advice to Brands in this WWD Article

August 2, 2019
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Douglas Hand
Podcasts

The Medium Rules: The Rise of Food Media, with Gail Simmons

June 13, 2019
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Alan Baldachin
Podcasts

The Laws of Style hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 16 - Barbara Kolsun

July 2, 2019
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Douglas Hand
Podcasts

The Laws of Style hosted by Douglas Hand Episode 17 - Dimitry Toukhcher

July 12, 2019
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Douglas Hand
Podcasts

The Medium Rules: Podtech Analytics & Attribution w/ Sean Creeley & Andy Pellett of Podsights

August 6, 2019
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Alan Baldachin
Publications

New NYC Retail Requirements for Portable Wheelchair Ramps

November 12, 2019
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Podcasts

The Laws Of Style Hosted By Douglas Hand Episode 15 - Nick Wooster

June 5, 2019
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand – Rinat Brodach

July 3, 2022
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand – Rinat Brodach

July 3, 2022
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand – Rinat Brodach

July 3, 2022
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The Laws of Style Hosted by Douglas Hand – Rinat Brodach

July 3, 2022
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