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DLA Piper LLP

Intellectual Property

Global Guide 2026 : Global: Multi-Jurisdictional


DLA Piper LLP

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Intellectual Property - Global: Multi-Jurisdictional

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper is experienced in complex, multi-front IP litigation as well as business disputes, management of global IP portfolios and handling of complex transactions. The firm has strong teams in the UK and the USA. The law firm offers:

• Advice on intellectual property issues arising out of the metaverse, NFTs and other new media.

• Assistance in UK enforcement actions.

• Expertise in multi-jurisdictional patent matters.

Key contact

The global co-chairs of the firm's trademark, copyright and media practice are Tamar Duvdevani in New York, Edward Chatterton in Hong Kong and Elena Varese in Milan. The patent litigation practice co-chairs are Matthew Satchwell in Chicago and Gualtiero Dragotti in Milan. Boston-based Larissa Bifano is the US chair of the firm's patent development & strategy practice.

Strengths

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  • DLA provide well-delivered guidance that is practical, balanced and solution-focused.

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  • DLA Piper is a highly experienced team with excellent understanding of the law. It considers complex matters from every possible angle to achieve the best result for the client.

    Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
  • They have been super-responsive and offer good strategic thinking.

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