Intellectual Property: Litigation

George Pappas is an esteemed litigator who draws widespread praise for his expertise in bet-the-company IP disputes. He serves clients from a range of industry sectors.

"George is a luminary in this space."

"A highly respected IP attorney."

Richard Rainey has notable expertise in patent litigation and frequently represents clients in patent disputes relating to complex technological matters including electronic communications and agricultural technology.

"He's a very articulate, persuasive and well-regarded federal circuit advocate."

"He is someone you can rely on to provide trusted legal advice. I love his creativity, especially under enormous pressure."

"His advice was very practical and focused, and his written and oral advocacy was extremely high quality."

Brian Nester maintains a respected patent and trade secrets practice, and regularly acts before the ITC and PTAB. His patent expertise includes consumer electronics, technology and telecommunications.

"He's a very good ITC specialist."

Christopher Sipes is a cochair of the firm's patent litigation practice group. He is an experienced IP litigator who frequently handles Hatch-Waxman cases and trade secrets disputes.

"He has a depth of legal knowledge and experience and is able to understand and explain complex scientific subject matter in layman's terms."

Jeffrey Lerner is increasingly recognized for his adept representation of companies involved in complex patent disputes. He frequently acts on behalf of major technology and pharmaceutical companies.

"Jeffrey Lerner is a very experienced IP litigator. He was very persuasive before the judge and jury and very knowledgeable and strategic in every aspect of IP matters."

"He's a superb lawyer and I was very impressed with his abilities."

"He's good at communicating the key issues and proposing the options and solutions. He's calm and measured."