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Margaret Ukwu is a litigation lawyer based in Los Angeles and a member of our Trial & Defense team.
Prior to joining Clyde & Co, Margaret represented multinational technology companies in complex litigation matters across federal and state courts, as well as in arbitration proceedings. Her practice includes advising clients on high-stakes disputes, with a focus on strategic case assessment, risk management, and efficient resolution of disputes.
Prior to practicing law, Margaret worked as a control systems engineer for a large multinational engineering and contracting company, where she developed a strong technical foundation that informs her litigation practice.
Admissions
- California
- New York
- US District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York
Education
- J.D., Pepperdine University School of Law, 2017. Moot Court Member, Best Brief at 2017 Cyber Crimes Moot Court Competition and competitor, Middle Temple Moot Competition; Vice President, National Black Law Students Association; Student Ambassador; and one of select few to study at London Pepperdine University School of Law in Kensington.
- B.S., University of California, Riverside, 2010. Dean’s List; President, Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers; Vice President, National Society of Black Engineers; and recipient of Electron Device Society Undergraduate 1st Place Award, national Society of Black Engineers Torch Award for top grades, and Engineering Production Award.
Experience
- Antitrust dispute involving a patent settlement agreement with a generic drug manufacturer to resolve a patent invalidity lawsuit; core member of successful full defense trial win.
- Dispute related to oil drilling mechanical device; lead associate on the case, successful settlement resolution for the client.