Chambers Review
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Intellectual Property: Patent - USA
What the Team is Known For
Irell & Manella is a much-admired IP litigation group, best known for work in the patent space, with a reputation that extends far beyond its California base. Retained by market-leading clients in hi-tech and life sciences, and also regularly sought after to provide counsel to startups and emerging companies. Expertise extends to trademark portfolio management and copyright counseling.
Strengths
"Irell is, by far, the most attentive of all the firms I have worked with when it comes to addressing client concerns and considering client input."
"Irell has an exceptional team across the board. It has consistently outperformed other firms when it comes to high-stakes IP matters."
"It is a premier firm for the trial of patent cases and our go-to firm in that field. From top to bottom, Irell has one of the best trial and support teams I have ever dealt with."
"The Irell lawyers are experts in patent litigation. They are both strategic and knowledgeable about this complex area of the law."
Work Highlights
Irell & Manella LLP obtained a $303 million verdict for Netlist in a suit against Samsung involving five patents relating to computer memory technology.
Notable practitioners
Morgan Chu maintains an enviable reputation for his sophisticated IP litigation practice. His extensive client roster includes leading pharmaceutical, tech and retail sector corporations.
"Morgan has an ability to distill complex issues and situations into basic principles and simple concepts in order to provide rock-solid advice."
"Morgan is a fantastic lawyer."