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Fenwick

Intellectual Property

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Intellectual Property - USA - Nationwide

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Fenwick has an acclaimed national IP group that represents emerging and established companies in all manner of litigation, prosecution and transactional matters. It has exceptional strength in acting for technology-sector clients, with added expertise in other sectors such as life sciences, consumer goods and manufacturing. The group also possesses strong trademark and copyright expertise in the intellectual property space.

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Work Highlights

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  • Fenwick continued to represent Instacart on the development of its patent portfolio, securing more than 600 patents in a single year.

Strengths

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  • Fenwick is experienced in dealing with the myriad examiner styles and critical feedback approaches, making it more efficient to arrive at a maximally broad claim set while minimizing the risk of rejection.

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  • Fenwick is a trusted partner in pursuing our company's legal objectives. I have absolute confidence in their ability to work with us to achieve the optimal outcome.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA

  • Fenwick are highly technical and knowledgeable in matters involving software and technology. They are extremely responsive and work independently.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • David L Hayes
    David L Hayes

    David L Hayes

    David Hayes maintains a respected IP practice advising clients on both contentious and noncontentious matters. He frequently acts for notable tech-sector clients, leverage expertise in trademark and copyright matters.

    • David Hayes is one of the smartest lawyers in intellectual property. He is an intellectual force.

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Ranked Individuals at Fenwick (1)

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    David L Hayes

    Intellectual Property: Trademark & Copyright

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