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APRIL 5, 2017 – Jacob M. Harper, a litigator with experience in consumer class actions, retailer rights, real estate matters, and other complex litigation, has joined Davis Wright Tremaine as a partner in Los Angeles.

Mr. Harper comes to the firm from TroyGould PC, where he was a Shareholder. He previously spent six years as an associate at Morrison & Foerster LLP. His experience includes advising major national grocery chains and food distributors on false advertising, food labeling, and privacy issues as well as property rights and other matters. He has successfully represented clients in shareholder litigation and online privacy cases as well.

"Jacob is a multifaceted litigator and his many areas of experience are highly complementary to the strengths of our team," said Rob Maguire, chair of the litigation practice group at Davis Wright Tremaine. "We’re very pleased to welcome him to our growing Los Angeles office."

Mr. Harper received his B.A. from University of California, Los Angeles, and his J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School. He serves on the Culver City Chamber of Commerce.

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