Antitrust Law Daily Wrap Up, LAW FIRM NEWS: Venable expands Advertising Group by hiring Daniel Blynn, (Feb 17, 2015)

False advertising and complex consumer class actions attorney Daniel S. Blynn has joined Venable’s Advertising Law practice in Washington, D.C., as counsel. He was previously special counsel at Kelley Drye & Warren LLP.

Blynn focuses his practice on false advertising and other consumer class action litigation. He also represents clients in FTC and state Attorneys General investigations and inquiries concerning a number of advertising and telemarketing-related matters. His clients include Fortune 100 companies, trade associations, dietary supplement companies, energy companies, and other large and small businesses. Blynn received his undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University and his law degree from Wake Forest University School of Law.

“Dan is a great addition to our practice,” stated head of the firm’s Advertising, Marketing and New Media practices, Jeffrey D. Knowles. “He’s advised key stakeholders in some of the top false advertising disputes adjudicated in the last few years. With false advertising and class actions a constant threat for every consumer-facing company, we’re certain that Dan, who brings outstanding experience in litigation and regulatory enforcement, will quickly become a pivotal member of our group.”

“Venable is well known for its work in advertising and marketing law—the firm has also developed one of the leading specialties in counseling on brand protection,” Blynn said. “In addition, the firm has one of the strongest litigation platforms, along with a roster of clients that includes pacesetting professional groups in direct marketing, electronic retailing and brand advertising. I’m thrilled to be joining a certified best-in-class firm for handling all facets of advertising and marketing law.”

Venable is a global law firm, headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices in California, Delaware, Maryland, New York, and Virginia, It provides corporate and business law services to domestic and international clients and handles complex litigation.

Attorneys: Daniel S. Blynn and Jeffrey D. Knowles (Venable LLP)

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