USA Guide 2026 : North Carolina
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Alston & Bird has an extensive, well-established practice with a deep and broad pool of expertise across the intellectual property spectrum. Acts for both local and national clients in connection with a range of issues from portfolio management to infringement litigation. Frequently advises on IP issues involving cutting-edge technology and regularly acts on PTAB matters.
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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.
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The team is distinguished by its responsiveness, timeliness and quality of instructions.
Alston & Bird provides quality work, knowledge of the law and creative strategies for accomplishing goals.
Alston & Bird is strategic and acts with the business interest in mind.
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Guy's level of patent portfolio strategy and execution is top notch.
Christopher Douglas co-leads the firm's patent prosecution group and is cochair of the firm's PTAB practice. He has strong experience in patent prosecution and strategy in the high-tech space.
Christopher provides a good level of services and is very flexible.
Christopher is a very impressive attorney who is a pleasure to work with.
Christopher consistently delivers exceptional client service, combining deep technical sophistication with strong commercial acumen.
Christopher takes the time to understand the business impact of each decision and formulates a flawless strategy to achieve maximum results.
Christopher is highly knowledgeable, responsive and easy to work with. He combines deep technical understanding with clear, practical legal advice.
Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property
USA 2026
Practice area: Intellectual Property
Location: USA - Nationwide
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