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Covington & Burling LLP

International Trade: Intellectual Property (Section 337)

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Covington & Burling LLP

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International Trade: Intellectual Property (Section 337) - USA

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Covington & Burling has a first-rate ITC group supported by a standout IP practice. It particularly excels in patent infringement investigations running in conjunction with district court proceedings. The firm has considerable knowledge of post-order matters concerning the enforcement of ITC exclusion orders and offers notable expertise in matters involving China.

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Strengths

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  • They have a great team of lawyers.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Sturgis M Sobin
    Sturgis M Sobin

    Sturgis M Sobin

    Sturgis Sobin maintains an active ITC practice representing clients in Section 337 disputes, regularly advising on issues including trade secrets and patent infringement for manufacturers from a range of industries.

    • He is very crafty and good, and clever.

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    • Sturgis is one of the stalwarts of this practice area.

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  • Brian Nester
    Brian Nester

    Brian Nester

    Brian Nester maintains a well-regarded practice representing clients on patent and trade secrets disputes before the ITC. His client base includes a number of well-reputed technology sector companies.

    • Brian is a very good lawyer.

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    • He is a hard worker.

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  • Alexander Chinoy
    Alexander Chinoy

    Alexander Chinoy

    Alexander Chinoy is regularly involved in Section 337 disputes and investigations before the ITC, as well as related CBP and appellate matters. His clients include high-profile electronics and pharmaceutical companies.

    • Alex is a very well-regarded lawyer.

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    • Alex is really good and a really effective advocate and presents very well to a judge.

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  • Maureen F Browne
    Maureen F Browne

    Maureen F Browne

    Maureen Browne is called upon by clients from a range of technology-based industries to advise on complex Section 337 matters at the ITC.

    • Maureen is a good attorney.

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    • She is very good.

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  • Jessica C. Hill
    Jessica C. Hill

    Jessica C. Hill

    Jessica Hill focuses her practice on Section 337 proceedings, and advises clients across a range of technologies, including smartphones, electric car batteries and LED packages.

    • Jessica is great.

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