Devan Holley | Software Consultant

Devan Holley

Software Consultant

Devan Holley is a software consultant at Quandary Peak Research, specializing in expert analysis and consulting on patent infringement and trade secret cases. With a strong foundation in computer science from Louisiana Tech University, Devan has developed expertise in programming, operating systems, database engineering, networking, digital forensics, cryptography, reverse engineering, and cybersecurity.

Devan’s experience includes involvement in several high-profile litigation cases across various jurisdictions, including the United States International Trade Commission and multiple U.S. District Courts. Notable cases have dealt with complex technical issues in electronics, semiconductor devices, and digital technologies.

Devan is dedicated to leveraging technical expertise and litigation experience to assist clients in navigating the intricate challenges of technology-related legal matters.

Summary of Qualifications

  • Extensive experience as a software consultant specializing in analysis of patent and trade secret litigation.
  • Strong foundation in computer science with a B.S. from Louisiana Tech University.
  • Proficient in programming languages including C, C++, Python, Ruby, Java, Bash, PowerShell, and SQL.
  • Expertise in cybersecurity, digital forensics, cryptography, reverse engineering, and database engineering.
  • Skilled in network analysis using tools such as Wireshark, Fiddler, BurpSuite, netcat, and Nmap.
  • Proficient in reverse engineering tools like Ghidra and IDA, and virtualization with Docker and VMware.
  • Contributed to high-profile litigation cases in the U.S. International Trade Commission and U.S. District Courts.
  • Strong background in eDiscovery, including writing expert reports and conducting technical research.

Areas of Expertise

  • Technology Domains
    Programming, operating systems, database engineering, networking, digital forensics, cyber security, cryptography, and reverse engineering.
  • Programming
    C, C++, Python, Ruby, Java, Bash, PowerShell, SQL.
  • Network Analysis
    Wireshark, Fiddler, BurpSuite, netcat, Nmap.
  • Other Tools
    Ghidra, IDA, Docker, Vmware, AWS, Windows SysInternals.
  • Platforms
    Worked with Linux and various Linux tools.

Litigation Consulting

  • Sandpiper CDN, LLC v. Google LLC |
    Jurisdiction: US District Court, Central District of California
    Case Number: 2:24-cv-03951
    Counsel: Boies Schiller Flexner, LLP; Shook Hardy Bacon, LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
  • Confidential Technology Litigation |
    Jurisdiction: US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
    Counsel: Dorsey & Whitney LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
  • Ferid Allani v. Apple, Inc. |
    Jurisdiction: US District Court, Western District of Texas
    Case Number: 6:24-cv-00304
    Counsel: Hudnell Law Group
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Web and Mobile UI
  • Ferid Allani v. Google, LLC |
    Jurisdiction: US District Court, Western District of Texas
    Case Number: 6:24-cv-00305
    Counsel: Hudnell Law Group
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Web and Mobile UI
  • Maxell v. TCL Electronics Holdings |
    Jurisdiction: US District Court, Eastern District of Texas
    Case Number: 5-23-cv-00108
    Counsel: Mayer Brown, LLP
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: User Interface, Media Playback, Streaming
  • Husqvarna Professional Products, Inc v. Robin Autopilot Holdings, LLC |
    Jurisdiction: State of NC, Mecklenburg County, Superior Court
    Case Number: 23-CVS-5594, 1117010.2, 1117761.1
    Counsel: Bell, Davis, & Pitt, PA.
    Nature of Suit: Trade Secret
    Technology: Automation, Device Management
  • Certain Electronic Devices, Semiconductor Devices, and Components thereof |
    Jurisdiction: United States International Trade Commission
    Investigation Number: 337-TA-1340
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Wi-Fi, Networking, Mobile devices
  • United Services Automobile Association v. Truist Bank |
    Jurisdiction: United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
    Case Number: 2:22-cv-00291
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Mobile App User Interface, OCR
  • WSOU Investments D/B/A Brazos Licensing and Development v. ZTE Corporation |
    Jurisdiction: United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Waco Division
    Case Number: 6:20-cv-00487-ADA, 6:20-cv-00488-ADA, 6:20-cv-00489-ADA, 6:20-cv-00490-ADA, 6:20-cv-00491-ADA, 6:20-cv-00492-ADA, 6:20-cv-00493-ADA, 6:20-cv-00494-ADA, 6:20-cv-00495-ADA, 6:20-cv-00496-ADA, 6:20-cv-00497-ADA
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Wireless Networking, LTE, WiFi
  • WSOU Investments D/B/A Brazos Licensing and Development v. F5 Networks, Inc |
    Jurisdiction: United States District Court Western District Of Washington
    Case Number: 2:20-cv-01878-BJR, 2:21-cv-00123-BJR, 2:21-cv-00124-BJR, 2:21-cv-00125-BJR, 2:21-cv-00126-BJR
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: DNS, Networking, Load balancing
  • Certain Electronic Devices, Including Streaming Players, Televisions, Set Top Boxes, Remote Controllers, and Components Thereof |
    Jurisdiction: United States International Trade Commission
    Investigation Number: 337-TA-1263
    Retained by: Roku, Inc
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: IR, Televisions, Bluetooth
  • Infernal Technology, LLC, and Terminal Reality, Inc v. Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc |
    Jurisdiction: United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
    Case Number: 1:19-cv-09350-JGK
    Nature of Suit: Patent
    Technology: Graphics Rendering
  • Confidential Litigation Matter |
    Jurisdiction: US District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division
    Nature of Suit: Patent
  • Slyce Acquisition, Inc v. Syte – Visual Conception, Ltd |
    Jurisdiction: United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Waco Division
    Case Number: 6:19-cv-00257
    Nature of Suit: Trade Secret
  • Infernal Technology, LLC, and Terminal Reality, Inc v. Sony Interactive Entertainment, LLC |
    Jurisdiction: United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
    Case Number: 2:19-cv-00248-JRG
    Nature of Suit: Patent
  • Infernal Technology, LLC v. Activision Blizzard, Inc |
    Jurisdiction: United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
    Case Number: 3:18-cv-01397-D
    Nature of Suit: Patent

Intellectual Property Consulting

  • Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP |
    Nature of Consultation: Patent Portfolio Analysis
    Technology: Content Delivery Networks.
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