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Intellectual Property - Illinois

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Crowell & Moring has a strong IP litigation practice known for its expertise in ITC Section 337 and USPTO proceedings, and is regularly engaged to assist with post-grant reviews. The firm routinely takes on cases across the IP spectrum, with specialists involved in trade secrets, trademark, copyright and patent infringement cases, among others. It has noted experience acting for life sciences companies in Hatch-Waxman disputes.

Work Highlights

  • Crowell & Moring successfully defended Floral Beverages in a 'bet-the-company' trademark infringement lawsuit which was filed against it by Reddi Beverage Co.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Jeffery A Handelman
3
Jeffery A Handelman
3
Band 3
Jeffery Handelman offers considerable experience in complex IP disputes. His expertise spans a broad range of matters, including those relating to trademark, copyright and false advertising.

Jeff is an outstanding trademark trial attorney.

Andrew Avsec
4
Andrew Avsec
4
Band 4
Andrew Avsec has a well-regarded intellectual property practice. He advises clients on trademark matters, handling global trademark portfolios and representing clients at the TTAP.

Andrew is technically great and has a great bedside manner with clients.

4
Howard Michael
4
Band 4

Howard Michael has a wide range of expertise in trademark matters involving multiple jurisdictions. He is co-chair of the firm's advertising and brand protection group and is regularly sought by high profile clients to advise on litigation and transactional trademark issues.

He is an excellent lawyer who is very professional and well-versed in local intellectual property laws and regulations.

Virginia Marino
4
Virginia Marino
4
Band 4

Virginia Marino is recognized for her sophisticated trademark and copyright advice, frequently assisting with both portfolio management and litigation.

She is smart, effective and has a good touch with clients.

Virginia has deep trademark knowledge coupled with an excellent communication style.

William H Frankel
4
William H Frankel
4
Band 4
William Frankel maintains a broad IP practice advising clients on both patent prosecution and litigation, trademark and copyright work. He acts in a variety of sectors, including medical technology and manufacturing. He is cochair of Crowell & Moring's patent litigation group.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Intellectual Property

William H Frankel
4
William H Frankel
4
Band 4
Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets

Jeffery A Handelman
3
Jeffery A Handelman
3
Band 3
Andrew Avsec
4
Andrew Avsec
4
Band 4
4
Howard Michael
4
Band 4
Virginia Marino
4
Virginia Marino
4
Band 4