Intellectual Property
USA Guide 2024 : Washington
Band 3
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Provided by Dorsey & Whitney LLP
The Seattle patent practice leverages its technical knowledge in diverse technology areas, its experience in patent preparation, and its understanding of business considerations to ensure that a client’s patent portfolio protects key technology and is aligned with its business goals.
Most of the litigators on the Seattle IP litigation team are also registered patent attorneys with technical backgrounds (most with advanced degrees), which helps the team handle complex patent litigation matters across a wide range of technologies.
Moreover, the litigation team specializes in defending Asian companies in patent infringement litigation in the United States. The team has developed expertize and systems to communicate effectively with Asian clients regarding the complicated issues that can arise with patent infringement litigation when Asian clients are defendants.
Chambers Review
Dorsey & Whitney LLP has a respected team handling patent preparation, litigation and prosecution. Offers experience in counseling companies on developing patent portfolios and strategies, and on trademark infringement work. The firm stands out for its work in the international market, particularly with Asia-based clients, leveraging a strong national and global presence to benefit clients with interstate or cross-border mandates.
Work Highlights
- Dorsey & Whitney LLP represented Chanel in patent infringement litigation relating to flexible furniture articles.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is very responsive. For example, they understand how to respond to new technical fields such as AI and blockchain."
"Even for difficult consultations, they prepare detailed materials and explain them carefully."
"We appreciate their comments as being highly useful."
"The team is very responsive. For example, they understand how to respond to new technical fields such as AI and blockchain."
"Even for difficult consultations, they prepare detailed materials and explain them carefully."
"We appreciate their comments as being highly useful."
Notable Practitioners
Kimton Eng is cochair of the firm's patent prosecution team. He has notable experience in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications. He possesses significant expertise in medical device, semiconductor and computer-related patents.
"For patent prosecution, Kimton always gives you a concise and easy-to-understand recommendation on how to proceed with the case. It is always a pleasure working with him."
"He's very talented. I have seen his work and he's rock-solid."
Geoffrey Godfrey is well known for counseling clients on intellectual property litigation, most often regarding patent infringements.
"Geoff is responsive. He does good work and understands our needs."
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Clients
Provided by Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Abercrombie & Fitch Trading Co.
Hex Entertainment, LLC
Knight Well Systems, Inc.
Micron Technology, Inc.
Nutanix
Philips Healthcare
Smith Optincs, Inc.
University of Washinton CoMotion
Verizon