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International Trade: Intellectual Property (Section 337) - USA - Nationwide

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper has a high-quality ITC team integrated into a patent litigation practice with global reach. It enjoys a fine track record acting for market leaders in the consumer electronics and automotive fields.

Work Highlights

  • DLA Piper represented Lenovo in a patent enforcement action in the International Trade Commission (ITC) and Northern District of California against multiple competitors. 

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Mark Fowler
3
Mark Fowler
3
Band 3

Mark Fowler is distinguished by his extensive experience litigating patent disputes, particularly on behalf of large technology companies. He is co-chair of the firm's global IP and technology group.

Mark Fowler has a very strong practice in Section 337 work.

Mark Fowler is an excellent attorney.

Mark is a very good patent litigator.

Erin Gibson
4
Erin Gibson
4
Band 4

Chair of the firm's ITC offering, Erin Gibson is well regarded for her representation of clients in a variety of patent litigation matters. She is particularly experienced in counseling technology companies.

Erin Gibson is a great legal strategist.

Erin Gibson knows all the ins and outs and gives really good practical advice.

Erin Gibson is great on strategic questions and provides substantive advice.

Erin has loads of experience and makes very good practice judgements.

Helena D Kiepura
4
Helena D Kiepura
4
Band 4
Helena Kiepura has a burgeoning practice in litigating Section 337 cases before the ITC.

Helena D Kiepura is a mastermind at keeping cases on track.

Helena is very enthusiastic about Section 337 litigation. She is also a very sharp attorney.

Helena does a great job developing and conveying strategy on complex legal issues.

Sean C Cunningham
4
Sean C Cunningham
4
Band 4
Sean Cunningham is an experienced litigator who represents clients before the ITC. He has experience in advising across a range of industries, including medical devices, technology and power equipment.

Sean is one of the best legal minds when it comes to formulating a strong offensive case.

Sean is amazing and so good on his feet in court.

Daniel Valencia
5
Daniel Valencia
5
Band 5
Daniel Valencia advises both complainants and respondents in connection with Section 337 investigations.

Daniel Valencia is a brilliant legal mind who brings a team spirit to proceedings.

Daniel is an excellent lawyer. He appreciates the nuances at the ITC and really digs in to get to know a client's business.

Daniel Valencia has very deep technical ITC practice and procedural knowledge.

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USA - Nationwide

International Trade: Intellectual Property (Section 337)

Mark Fowler
3
Mark Fowler
3
Band 3
Erin Gibson
4
Erin Gibson
4
Band 4
Helena D Kiepura
4
Helena D Kiepura
4
Band 4
Sean C Cunningham
4
Sean C Cunningham
4
Band 4
Daniel Valencia
5
Daniel Valencia
5
Band 5