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Crowell & Moring LLP

Intellectual Property

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Crowell & Moring LLP

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Intellectual Property - Illinois

Band 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

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  • Crowell & Moring managed a global portfolio of standard essential patent applications for Tencent.

Strengths

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  • Crowell's team all share the underlying characteristics of being extremely bright, approachable, pragmatic and not afraid to deliver bad news when needed to manage a client's expectations.

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  • The team is business-minded and proactive, with outstanding legal knowledge.

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  • Crowell & Moring figures out how the issues cut across many litigations and always pays attention to the global impact.

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  • We don't have any concerns that Crowell can handle any IP issue that we may have.

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  • Crowell is efficient, produces high-quality applications, and the attorneys we work with have a great technical background that fits a lot of our filings.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Jeffery A Handelman
    Band 3Jeffery A Handelman

    Jeffery A Handelman

    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.
  • Band 4Andrew Avsec
    Band 4Andrew Avsec

    Andrew Avsec

    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 a very sharp practitioner, with a strong litigation background. He has a very high level of expertise.

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  • Band 4Howard Michael
    Band 4Howard Michael

    Howard Michael

    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.

    • Howard is responsive and knowledgeable.

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    • Howard is approachable, expert and confident.

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    • Howard consistently demonstrates exceptional legal expertise and strategic insight. His ability to analyze complex issues with precision and provide clear, actionable advice has been invaluable.

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  • Band 4Virginia Marino
    Band 4Virginia Marino

    Virginia Marino

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

    • Virginia is a seasoned trademark lawyer who is able to handle complex matters.

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  • Band 5Yuezhong Feng
    Band 5Yuezhong Feng

    Yuezhong Feng

    Yuezhong Feng is adept at providing strategic guidance to clients seeking patent protection.

Ranked Individuals at Crowell & Moring LLP (5)

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    Jeffery A Handelman

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets

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    Andrew Avsec

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    Howard Michael

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    Virginia Marino

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets

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