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Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton

Intellectual Property

USA Guide 2026 : Washington


Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton

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As intellectual property procurement and infringement matters continue to rise, asserting and protecting your IP assets has become crucial to your businesss success. With more than 275 attorneys dedicated to patent, trademark, copyright, advertising, and/or trade secrets law, Kilpatrick Townsend boasts a self-sufficient IP practice backed by the resources and capabilities of a full-service law firm. Our highly-specialized attorneys offer comprehensive registration, transactional, and litigation services when helping clients create, build, and protect their most valuable assets — their brands. Frequently recognized by in-house counsel and independent ranking services, we are considered thought leaders in the field and the top choice for representation by many known brands in the U.S. and around the world.

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Intellectual Property - Washington

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton is noted for its expertise in intellectual property prosecution and litigation. The firm is experienced in the handling of matters arising in the pharmaceutical, software, life sciences and retail sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton serves as global trademark counsel for Oxford Industries, overseeing trademark strategy for its brands.

Strengths

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  • The department demonstrates exceptional litigation skill, particularly in handling complex intellectual property disputes with high financial and reputational stakes.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Roger Wylie
    Band 2Roger Wylie

    Roger Wylie

    Roger Wylie, managing partner of the firm, is highly regarded for his expertise in patent prosecution, litigation and licensing. His varied client list includes both established tech companies and large retail stores.

  • Band 3Dario Machleidt
    Band 3Dario Machleidt

    Dario Machleidt

    Dario Machleidt is a notable attorney who acts as an IP litigator to clients in the commercial goods, video game and biotechnology sectors.

  • Band 4Jesse Bennett
    Band 4Jesse Bennett

    Jesse Bennett

    Jesse Bennett is recognized for his work advising large tech companies on patent procurement and defending patent assertions against third parties.

Ranked Individuals at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton (3)

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    Dario Machleidt

    Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation

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    Jesse Bennett

    Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution

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