PlayAGS Thursday announced that Robert “Bob” Blair will serve as its new deputy general counsel. Blair’s appointment is effective immediately.
“Bob is an exceptional legal mind who is a valuable addition to the AGS leadership team,” said AGS Chief Legal Officer and Secretary Rob Ziems in a statement. “With his extensive knowledge and experience on corporate legal affairs and patent matters, Bob will be a key player in protecting and advancing our business and our brand as AGS continues to capitalize on many growth opportunities ahead.”
Blair most recently worked for Aruze Gaming America for five years, serving in roles including global general counsel, global deputy general counsel, and global senior IP counsel.
Blair also has worked for EIP, an international law firm, as a U.S. patent attorney; as vice president of patents for Unwired Planet, an intellectual property company focused on the mobile industry; and as International Game Technology’s associate general counsel of intellectual property.
