- Negotiated with a nationwide grocery chain for the establishment and operation of digital coupon and loyalty programs on behalf of a digital marketing company.
- Collaborated with a multinational imaging and electronics company on the establishment of an innovative 3D-printed medical device business.
- Helped develop the program for and rollout of a global transportation and logistics provider’s integration of shipping technology into ecommerce marketplaces worldwide.
- Assisted in the development of an easy-to-use electronic check program developed for business invoice payments.
- Designed the legal structure for a global transportation and logistics provider to provide its customers a multichannel data reporting service including transportation, warehousing, and accounts receivable/accounts payable.
- Negotiating a new account-to-account transfer vehicle available at ecommerce websites and physical locations on behalf of an online payments technology client.
- Advised a cutting-edge network data security company on the ingestion and use of open source software in its security solutions.
- Negotiated the licensing of cloud-hosted financial and ERP software for a national construction supply company.
- Advising a U.S.-based telecommunications company on extending its messaging services to satellite-enabled hardware.
- Negotiating research agreements for a health care transplant technology client.
- Advising multiple clients on the adoption of blockchain/distributed ledger capabilities into their businesses.
- Assisted a dynamic remote learning company in the adoption of AI chat capabilities into its online tutoring services.
- Secured access to patented hypersonic testing methods for an aerospace industry client.
Partner,
- Phone: +1 404 881 7935
- Email: david.teske@alston.com
David’s work on complex transfer and licensing transactions helps his clients use technology and intellectual property to evolve the way they do business.
David Teske helps his clients exploit technology assets and intellectual property rights through complex inbound and outbound transfer and licensing transactions. His work involves patent and software licensing, supporting M&A transactions through IP portfolio diligence, establishing end-customer-facing technology licensing schemes, and counseling clients on how to establish, exploit, and maintain their IP portfolios. He represents clients of all sizes, and often represents purchasers of cloud-based services and fintech industry companies.
As co-leader of the firm’s Blockchain & Distributed Ledger Technology Team, David understands and regularly assists clients with their blockchain/distributed ledger technology needs. He also helps companies with strategies for using and developing open source software, distributed computing (e.g., “anything as a service” or XaaS), and artificial intelligence (AI), and navigating the evolving legal issues in each area.
The Best Lawyers in America® named David a 2016, 2021, and 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” in Information Technology Law.
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Speaking Engagement April 18, 2025The Latest Trends and Developments in AI RegulationDavid Teske, Paul Greaves, and Dorian Simmons will speak on the latest trends and developments in AI regulation in the U.S. and EU as part of the “Frontiers in Law and Technology” webinar series hosted by the Florida State University College of Law.Speaking Engagement April 18, 2025The Latest Trends and Developments in AI RegulationDavid Teske, Paul Greaves, and Dorian Simmons will speak on the latest trends and developments in AI regulation in the U.S. and EU as part of the “Frontiers in Law and Technology” webinar series hosted by the Florida State University College of Law.
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Press Release March 21, 2025Alston & Bird Represents T2S Solutions in Acquisition of Blue Marble CommunicationsAlston & Bird represented T2S Solutions, a founder-led provider of advanced technologies that support U.S. defense, intelligence, and national security missions, on its acquisition of Blue Marble Communications, a leading provider of space-qualified communications and computing technologies. Headquartered in Belcamp, Maryland, T2S Solutions is a portfolio company of Madison Dearborn Partners.Press Release March 21, 2025Alston & Bird Represents T2S Solutions in Acquisition of Blue Marble CommunicationsAlston & Bird represented T2S Solutions, a founder-led provider of advanced technologies that support U.S. defense, intelligence, and national security missions, on its acquisition of Blue Marble Communications, a leading provider of space-qualified communications and computing technologies. Headquartered in Belcamp, Maryland, T2S Solutions is a portfolio company of Madison Dearborn Partners.
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Press Release March 6, 2025Alston & Bird Advises Lightspeed Systems on Acquisition of STOPit SolutionsAlston & Bird advised Lightspeed Systems, a global leader in online security, safety, and educational technology management solutions, on its acquisition of STOPit Solutions, a pioneer in anonymous reporting and crisis management platforms. Based in Austin, Texas, Lightspeed Systems is a portfolio company of Madison Dearborn Partners and Genstar Capital.Press Release March 6, 2025Alston & Bird Advises Lightspeed Systems on Acquisition of STOPit SolutionsAlston & Bird advised Lightspeed Systems, a global leader in online security, safety, and educational technology management solutions, on its acquisition of STOPit Solutions, a pioneer in anonymous reporting and crisis management platforms. Based in Austin, Texas, Lightspeed Systems is a portfolio company of Madison Dearborn Partners and Genstar Capital.
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Press Release February 4, 2025Alston & Bird Advises Harmonia Holdings Group on Acquisition of MaverisAlston & Bird advised Harmonia Holdings Group, a leading provider of cybersecurity services to the federal government and a portfolio company of Madison Dearborn Partners, on its acquisition of Maveris, an IT and cybersecurity company.Press Release February 4, 2025Alston & Bird Advises Harmonia Holdings Group on Acquisition of MaverisAlston & Bird advised Harmonia Holdings Group, a leading provider of cybersecurity services to the federal government and a portfolio company of Madison Dearborn Partners, on its acquisition of Maveris, an IT and cybersecurity company.
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Press Release December 13, 2024Alston & Bird Advises Veritiv on Sale of Rigid-Packaging BusinessAlston & Bird advised Veritiv Operating Company, a leader in specialty packaging distribution, on the sale of Veritiv Containers, the company’s rigid-packaging business, to TricorBraun, a global packaging leader. Pending regulatory approval, the sale is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2025.Press Release December 13, 2024Alston & Bird Advises Veritiv on Sale of Rigid-Packaging BusinessAlston & Bird advised Veritiv Operating Company, a leader in specialty packaging distribution, on the sale of Veritiv Containers, the company’s rigid-packaging business, to TricorBraun, a global packaging leader. Pending regulatory approval, the sale is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2025.
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Press Release November 20, 2024Alston & Bird Represents Veritiv in Acquisition of PAX GlobalAlston & Bird represented Veritiv, a leading provider of packaging and portfolio company of Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, in its acquisition of PAX Global, a distributor and converter of custom packaging products.Press Release November 20, 2024Alston & Bird Represents Veritiv in Acquisition of PAX GlobalAlston & Bird represented Veritiv, a leading provider of packaging and portfolio company of Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, in its acquisition of PAX Global, a distributor and converter of custom packaging products.
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Press Release August 15, 2024Alston & Bird Expands Recognitions and Honors in 2025 Editions of Best Lawyers and Ones to WatchThe number of Alston & Bird attorneys recognized and honored by Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch has grown in key markets around the world. Notably, the 244 Alston & Bird attorneys recognized by the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® includes 26 first-time honorees; ten of the firm’s U.S. offices and 67 practice areas are represented.Press Release August 15, 2024Alston & Bird Expands Recognitions and Honors in 2025 Editions of Best Lawyers and Ones to WatchThe number of Alston & Bird attorneys recognized and honored by Best Lawyers and Ones to Watch has grown in key markets around the world. Notably, the 244 Alston & Bird attorneys recognized by the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® includes 26 first-time honorees; ten of the firm’s U.S. offices and 67 practice areas are represented.
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Press Release June 11, 2024Alston & Bird Earns Broad Recognition in 2024 IAM Patent 1000For the thirteenth consecutive year, Alston & Bird has been recognized as a global leader in patent law by Intellectual Asset Management in its annual IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Professionals.Press Release June 11, 2024Alston & Bird Earns Broad Recognition in 2024 IAM Patent 1000For the thirteenth consecutive year, Alston & Bird has been recognized as a global leader in patent law by Intellectual Asset Management in its annual IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Professionals.
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Press Release August 17, 2023Alston & Bird Earns Broad Recognition in 2024 Best Lawyers and Ones to WatchThe 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® recognizes 227 Alston & Bird attorneys selected by their peers, spanning the firm’s 10 U.S. offices and representing 67 practice areas. Thirty of these attorneys received this honor for the first time.Press Release August 17, 2023Alston & Bird Earns Broad Recognition in 2024 Best Lawyers and Ones to WatchThe 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® recognizes 227 Alston & Bird attorneys selected by their peers, spanning the firm’s 10 U.S. offices and representing 67 practice areas. Thirty of these attorneys received this honor for the first time.
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Press Release June 28, 2023Alston & Bird Earns Broad Recognition in 2023 IAM Patent 1000For the twelfth consecutive year, Alston & Bird has been recognized as a global leader in patent law by Intellectual Asset Management in its annual IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Professionals.Press Release June 28, 2023Alston & Bird Earns Broad Recognition in 2023 IAM Patent 1000For the twelfth consecutive year, Alston & Bird has been recognized as a global leader in patent law by Intellectual Asset Management in its annual IAM Patent 1000 – The World’s Leading Patent Professionals.
Bar Admissions
- Georgia
- New York
- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Education
- State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1993)
- State University of New York at Buffalo (B.S, 1990)
Memberships
- Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® for Information Technology Law, IT Outsourcing Law, and Technology Law
- State Bar of Georgia, IP Law Section