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Evan is a practical, results-oriented attorney who partners with business clients to address their most critical corporate espionage matters. These matters typically involve the theft or unlawful retention of trade secrets and other confidential information by groups or individual former executives, employees, contractors, vendors, or other third parties. As co-chair of the firm’s Corporate Espionage Response Team, Evan leads a multidisciplinary group of attorneys with extensive experience regarding corporate espionage matters. Together with a team of attorneys and technical experts, they leverage their deep experience with digital forensic investigations to ensure that clients’ matters are handled using the most cutting-edge forensic technology available. Evan and his team handle these matters throughout the United States.

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In this episode of Hiring to Firing, hosts Tracey Diamond and Emily Schifter use the film Inception as a springboard to unpack the very real world of corporate espionage and trade secret theft. Joined by Troutman Pepper Locke partner and former Hiring to Firing co-host Evan Gibbs, co-chair of the firm’s Corporate Espionage Response Team, they examine how insider threats arise in the workplace, the surge in trade secret litigation, and the high‑stakes emergency injunctions that can follow. The conversation offers practical guidance on onboarding and offboarding employees, tightening data security, and training managers to spot red flags before confidential information walks out the door. Tune in to learn how to protect your organization from data theft and avoid becoming the unwitting beneficiary — or victim — of corporate espionage.

In this episode of Hiring to Firing, hosts Tracey Diamond and Evan Gibbs discuss the nuanced differences between mediation and arbitration. Joined by Eric Max, senior lecturer at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, they dive into why mediation often emerges as the preferred method for resolving employment disputes. Through entertaining clips from The Office, Grace and Frankie, and NCIS, they explore real-world mediation techniques and the importance of neutrality in conflict resolution. Tune in to discover valuable insights on how mediators can effectively manage emotions and facilitate problem-solving, ensuring a cost-effective and confidential resolution process.

Labor + Employment Workforce Watch is a guide to the employment law developments most likely to impact your business. The Troutman Pepper Locke Labor + Employment Team represents employers in the most sensitive workplace matters, enabling our clients to concentrate on their core business operations. Our team is adept at handling and managing labor and employment issues on national, international, and local levels. Recognized as a leading law firm by Chambers USA, our attorneys provide comprehensive advice on every type of employment issue a company may encounter, at every stage of the employment life cycle.

As the nation awaits the 2024 presidential election and its outcome, Hiring to Firing podcast introduces a three-part series focusing on key issues top of mind for company executives: inspirational messaging and managing political discourse in the workplace. In this first episode, hosts Tracey Diamond and Evan Gibbs discuss lessons learned from the beloved TV character, Ted Lasso. Joined by Steve Lewis, former chairman of Troutman Pepper, they explore the parallels between good parenting and effective leadership, emphasizing the importance of optimism, curiosity, and team collaboration. Steve shares his journey from practicing attorney to leading a top 50 law firm, offering insights on navigating a major merger during the pandemic. Tune in for practical wisdom on fostering a positive and productive workplace culture.

In this episode of the Hiring to Firing Podcast, hosts Tracey Diamond and Evan Gibbs dive into international waters with Annalisa Reale, a Labor and Employment partner of the Chiomenti Law Firm in Milan, Italy. Inspired by season two of the popular TV show, White Lotus, set in Taormina, Sicily, Annalisa shares insights from representing Italy’s luxury fashion and hospitality clients in employment issues. Listen in as the group examines the differences between Italian and U.S. employment laws, touching on the evolving issue of enforceability of noncompete agreements across the world.

We are thrilled to announce that our own Hiring to Firing Podcast has been named a finalist for the prestigious PRNEWS Platinum Award in the Digital & Social Media – Podcast category. This recognition highlights the podcast’s innovative approach to discussing key labor and employment issues through the lens of popular culture. The winners will be revealed at an awards event in October.

In this episode of the Hiring to Firing Podcast, hosts Tracey Diamond and Evan Gibbs are joined by Troutman Pepper’s Chief Human Resources Officer Shana Beldick to discuss the appropriate use of emojis in professional settings. In an era where digital communication has become a fundamental part of daily life, the three explore the use of emojis to promote efficiencies at work, the risks of miscommunication, and the generational divide as to whether emoji usage is considered a professional form of communication. They also touch on the broader implications of digital communication in today’s remote and hybrid work environments and discuss best practices for maintaining professionalism while fostering connection and humor in the workplace.

In this episode of the Hiring to Firing Podcast, hosts Tracey Diamond and Evan Gibbs chat with guest Stacey Chazin, founder and principal of I-Factor Leadership, about motivating introverts in the workplace. Featuring clips from some of their favorite TV and movie introverts — Peter Parker in Spider-Man, Milton in Office Space, and Sheldon in Big Bang Theory — the episode features an insightful discussion on what makes introverts tick, how they can succeed in an extroverted work environment, and practical tips for managers to support introverted employees. Whether you’re an introvert, extrovert, or somewhere in between, this episode offers valuable insights into understanding and leveraging your employees’ natural preferences for greater success at work.

In this episode of the Hiring to Firing Podcast, hosts Tracey Diamond and Evan Gibbs are joined by Josh Riggs, owner of Social Cannabis, based in Denver, CO. They delve into the complexities of managing employee conduct in the highly regulated cannabis industry and reflect on the evolution of the industry, highlighting its unexpected sophistication and the challenges of compliance with various laws. Tune in for a unique discussion featuring clips from Dave Chappelle’s Half Baked.

In this episode of Hiring to Firing, hosts Tracey Diamond and Evan Gibbs delve into the complexities of employing foreign workers with special guest Robert Lee, partner at Troutman Pepper who leads the firm’s immigration practice. Listen as they discuss various work visas and legal compliance issues involving business immigration. The episode also explores the real-life implications of visa denials and the process of marriage-based citizenship, featuring clips from the popular film, The Proposal, starring Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds.