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App Store Disputes

We help mobile app developers resolve disputes in Apple’s App Store and Google’s Play Store. Whether it’s a dispute with a competitor or a wrongful app removal or account termination by the store itself, we have the experience to craft the right strategy to get your issue resolved.

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Clear Roadmaps

Engaging in litigation, either as a plaintiff or a defendant, is often the last resort. Our approach is to analyze the case from the very outset and present clients with clear roadmaps and decision trees to help them make informed decisions about whether to proceed with litigation, attempt to settle the case, or pursue another course of action.

COST MANAGEMENT

Once the optimal strategy is determined, we pursue it zealously but also with due regard to the efficient allocation of resources, focusing on the areas that are most likely to result in a favorable outcome for the client. This not only enhances the prospects of success but also helps in managing the costs of litigation.

INVESTIGATIONS

We are not afraid to get our hands dirty and favor the use of open-source intelligence (OSINT) and private investigations in the development and enhancement of dispute resolution strategies.

Types of Cases We Handle

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IP Complaints

Submit an intellectual property infringement complaint against a competitor on the App Store or Google Play or respond to such a complaint.

02

Appeals

Appeal wrongful app removals or developer account terminations by the App Store or Google Play to argue for reinstatement and obtain the release of withheld funds.

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Legal Opinions

Engage with Apple’s or Google’s internal and external counsel by sending demand letters and preparing legal opinions regarding the client’s compliance with the relevant developer agreements.

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Litigation

Sue Apple or Google in federal court for wrongful app removals or developer account terminations.

Guide to App Store Disputes

In this legal guide, we detail the various types of app store disputes and provide recommendations for handling them.

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Case Highlight

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Sarafan Mobile Ltd. v. Google LLC and Meta Platforms, Inc. (ND Cal. 2024)

Read our case study highlighting our successful representation of a mobile app developer in an action challenging the removal of its application from Google Play after Meta’s complaint asserting violations of its trademark rights. We secured reinstatement of the app as part of a comprehensive settlement after moving for a temporary restraining order.

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Sarafan Mobile Ltd. v. Apple, Inc. (ND Cal. 2024)

Represent plaintiff mobile app developer in an action stemming from Apple’s termination of its App Store developer account, alleging breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing, antitrust violations, and other related claims.

618Media Dijital Hizmetler Ltd. Sirketi v. Apple Inc. (ND Cal. 2024)

Represent plaintiff mobile app developer in an action stemming from Apple’s termination of its App Store developer account, alleging breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing, antitrust violations, and other related claims.

Leading Russian Media Company

Developed strategy and prepared a legal opinion on the reinstatement of app developer accounts on the App Store and Google Play.

Flipper Zero

Assisted Flipper Devices Inc., the developer of the popular multi-tool device for geeks, in recovering $1.3 million from a payment service provider.

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Contacts

If you have a potential or pending app store dispute and would like us to evaluate your case, email us using the form below.

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Recent Publications

November 4, 2024
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Bloomberg Law: Opaque App Store Rules Leave Developers Scrambling

Google and Apple's IP enforcement policies in their app stores are a means to exercise control over developers, leading to lawsuits claiming unfair app removals and lack of due process.

February 7, 2025
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Securing Reinstatement of Client’s Mobile App on Google Play

In this case study, we detail how we were able to return our client’s mobile application to Google Play after it was deleted based on Meta’s complaint.

December 20, 2023
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Reclaiming Control of Business Operations from PayPal and YouTube, and Defending Against Libel

The following case studies illustrate potential legal challenges for growing companies and our solutions.