Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution
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DLA Piper is a well-known firm benefiting from an extensive international network. The team has significant experience counseling clients on the defense of patent and trademark infringement claims as well as contentious copyright matters. It offers effective representation across ITC, Markman and Federal Circuit proceedings. The team also assists with Patent Office matters, including post-grant reviews and patent prosecution. It has additional strength in trademark portfolio management and licensing agreements.
Work Highlights
- DLA Piper LLP represented Coinbase in a trademark infringement lawsuit involving issues of descriptive fair use of term in connection with futures contracts.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"DLA is a very diligent and creative firm that does an excellent job of meeting the client's needs."
"DLA has deep expertise in all aspects of healthcare technology IP. The team is highly pragmatic and decisive."
"DLA is a very diligent and creative firm that does an excellent job of meeting the client's needs."
"DLA has deep expertise in all aspects of healthcare technology IP. The team is highly pragmatic and decisive."
Notable Practitioners
Lisa Haile is well versed in patent prosecution concerns arising in the life sciences sector, and frequently advises industry clients on matters ranging from patentability and portfolio management to FDA regulations and due diligence.
"Lisa is a strategic decision-maker."
"She is outstanding. A legend in this space."
Gina Durham regularly advises household-name clients on a broad range of contentious and noncontentious trademark and copyright matters.
"Gina is prompt in replying to questions and requests and is very thorough in her analysis and explanation of the issues presented to them."
Mark Fowler is experienced in representing high-profile technology companies in patent litigation at both the US district courts and the ITC.
"Mark is a go-to first chair attorney. His preparation is comprehensive and extensive."
"He is great in front of the judge and jury and is a great team leader."
Melissa Reinckens is increasingly recognized for her adept handling of contentious IP mandates. Her broad expertise spans trademark, trade secrets and false advertising matters, among others.
Peter Yim maintains a respected advisory patent practice, counseling clients from a range of technical industries on prosecution.
"Peter is a phenomenal sounding board. He is eminently practical."
Erin Gibson is frequently called upon by leading tech-sector companies seeking trial representation in high-stakes proceedings. She offers substantial expertise in ITC proceedings.
"Erin is really good at understanding our business and goals, and comes up with creative strategies to reach those goals."
Ranked Lawyers at
DLA Piper LLP (US)
California