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Alston & Bird LLP

Intellectual Property

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Alston & Bird LLP

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Intellectual Property - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Alston & Bird is a respected international firm with IP expertise in areas including patent litigation, trade secrets disputes and portfolio management. The group demonstrates experience representing clients before a number of forums, including state and federal courts, the PTAB and the ITC. The team has an impressive client roster includes major companies in the telecommunication and pharmaceuticals sector, as well as notable brands in the food and beverage industry.

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Work Highlights

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  • Alston & Bird represented InterDigital in several offensive patent litigation matters relating to video and file sharing functionality. This included filing a case in the Eastern District of North Carolina and a parallel complaint at the ITC against Lenovo and Motorola.

Strengths

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  • The team is distinguished by its responsiveness, timeliness and quality of instructions.

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  • Alston & Bird provides quality work, knowledge of the law and creative strategies for accomplishing goals.

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  • The team is really good at coordinating matters that expand over multiple jurisdictions and at understanding our business needs, giving us practical advice that is usable for us.

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  • The team's skills at trial are exceptional. The department has a great ability to think outside the box and come up with creative strategies that put us in a better position to win a case.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Michael Elkin
    Michael Elkin

    Michael Elkin

    Michael Elkin is highly respected for his strength in copyright litigation. He has particular experience in disputes in relation to the music industry and dealing with issues relating to illegal downloads and online platforms.

    • Michael is a seasoned IP lawyer with decades of knowledge. He practices with respect and a kind demeanor, which makes him an effective advocate.

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    • Michael is a formidable opponent.

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  • Theodore Stevenson
    Theodore Stevenson

    Theodore Stevenson

    Theodore Stevenson adroitly handles patent infringement litigation and appeals, with particular expertise in technology and telecommunications mandates.

    • He is one of the best trial lawyers in the country.

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    • Theodore is the King. Nobody I've ever spoken to knows the law as well as him. He is far and away the best of the best.

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