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Jenner & Block LLP

Intellectual Property

USA Guide 2026 : Illinois


Jenner & Block LLP

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About

Provided by Jenner & Block LLP

Our lawyers litigate patent cases around the world for national and international clients with creativity, strong technical credentials and extensive trial experience. We litigate those patent cases against both competitors and non-practicing entities. Partners in our Chambers-recognized patent litigation practice have tried a variety of matters, averaging more than 10 cases each to juries, courts or arbitrators.  We are trial lawyers and take cases to trial when necessary to best represent our clients. Our patent litigation and counseling matters involve a wide variety of subject matters, among them: biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical devices; chemical, petrochemical, plastics and electronics including hardware, software and telecommunications; and mechanical and other technologies.

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - Illinois

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Jenner & Block represents a diverse range of clients involved in the electronics, automotive, life sciences and energy sectors. Patent litigation remains a core practice area for the group, with recent work on infringement claims and inventorship disputes. It has additional strengths in misuse of trade secrets allegations and licensing disputes, and offer extensive experience in appearing before the US PTAB and TTAB.

Work Highlights

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  • Jenner & Block continued to act as lead counsel for General Motors in three pending patent cases.

Strengths

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  • The Jenner team is closely integrated into the client's handling and decision-making and not only provides legal, but also highly practical and relevant business advice.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA
  • The team does a really good job of gathering info at the beginning of a matter to understand the business strategy and provide counsel that is consistent with the strategy.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA
  • The team is responsive, client-centered and business-savvy.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA
  • The synergy between the trial team and appellate team is seamless, which is invaluable in developing a holistic case strategy and allowing clients to see around the corner.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Reginald Hill
    Band 3Reginald Hill

    Reginald Hill

    Reginald Hill cochairs the patent group at Jenner & Block and offers substantial expertise representing clients in high-value patent disputes. He is particularly noted for his representation of technology sector clients.
    • Reginald is a seasoned, experienced attorney with a depth of technical expertise. He has excellent client service and ability to handle a range of matters.

      Intellectual Property respondentUSA

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