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Rebecca F. Briggs

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As a member of the Litigation group, Becca’s practice concentrates on complex business matters including intellectual property disputes and employment law litigation. She has prosecuted and defended contract disputes across a variety of industries and intellectual property matters including patent, trade secret, copyright, and trademark suits. Becca also represents parties in non-compete and employment discrimination cases in federal and state courts and agencies.  Her practice encompasses strategic advice and counsel to clients on labor and employment concerns as well as issues involving intellectual property and proprietary information.

Becca has experience in all phases of litigation starting with initial investigation. She has argued Markman, discovery, and summary judgment motions and has tried cases to verdict and through appeal. In addition, her time working in-house at a large health care company provides Becca with unique insight into practical business concerns.

Credentials

Work Experience

  • Hinckley Allen
    • Counsel (2021-Present)
    • Associate (2013-2019)
  • Aetna, a CVS Health Company
    • Legal Counsel - Litigation (2019-2021)
  • Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    • Associate (2010-2013)
    • Summer Associate (2008)
  • Rhode Island Public Defender
    • Assistant Public Defender (2010)

Honors & Awards

  • Best Lawyers® Ones to Watch (2023-2025)
    • Litigation – Intellectual Property
  • Super Lawyers, Rhode Island, Rising Star (2015-2018)

Charitable & Civic Involvement

  • Lucy's Hearth - Board Member (2014-2020)
  • Family Service of Rhode Island - Board Member (2019-2020)

Professional Affiliations

  • Court Advisory Council, United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island
  • Chair Young Lawyers Committee, Rhode Island Chapter of the Federal Bar Association (2017-2019)

Bar Memberships

  • New York
  • Rhode Island
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
  • United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
  • United States District Court for the District of Connecticut
  • United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island
  • United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
  • United States District Court for the Southern District of New York

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Massachusetts Adopts Wage Equity and Pay Transparency Legislation: What Employers Need to Know

On July 31, 2024, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed into law the “Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act” (H.4890 or the “Act”). The legislature drafted this new act to enhance wage equity and transparency across the Commonwealth. The law im…

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Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Law

Employers, take note! Passed by ballot initiative, the Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Law (“sick leave law”) becomes effective in less than a month—July 1, 2015. The law provides that all employees, including full-time, part-time, and even temporary …

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Hinckley Allen Attorneys Shine in 2025 Edition of Best Lawyers®

Hinckley Allen is pleased to announce that over 100 attorneys are recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in America®, including 14 “Lawyers of the Year” and 41 “Ones to Watch.” This recognition, marking the largest group of attorneys honor…

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Hinckley Allen Attorneys Named in Best Lawyers in America® 2024

A multitude of Hinckley Allen attorneys are recognized in their respective practice areas in Best Lawyers® 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. In addition, 11 Hinckley Allen attorneys were named in the “Lawyers of the Year” category, as wel…

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