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What the Team is Known For

Kirkland & Ellis has an outstanding practice group known for its trial capabilities. The team regularly handles patent disputes in addition to its wider expertise bringing actions to enforce trademarks and trade secret rights. The firm's clients include some of the largest blue-chip companies active in the pharmaceutical, life sciences and technology sectors. The team can boast experienced counsel for Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) litigation and has increasing presence in the growing biosimilars market. It is also noted for its adept handling of USPTO post-grant review proceedings.

Work Highlights

  • Kirkland & Ellis represented Abbott Laboratories in the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. The Federal Circuit affirmed a Patent Trial and Appeal Board decision invalidating all remaining claims of a patent asserted against Abbott subsidiary, Alere, in parallel district court litigation.

Strengths

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Kirkland & Ellis demonstrates exceptional commercial awareness, not only in its approach to clients worldwide but also in its strategic positioning within our case.

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Kirkland & Ellis has a deep bench of heavy hitters able to take on bet-the-company work.

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The firm basically has an expert for every and any topic.

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Notable Practitioners

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James Hurst
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James Hurst
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James Hurst is an esteemed trial attorney with longstanding expertise in patent infringement cases. He represents clients in matters involving medical technologies, biosimilars and generic drugs as well as related branding issues.

Jim Hurst is the best trial lawyer in America.

James Hurst is a very well known trial lawyer. His skill level is off the charts and his reputation is very well deserved.

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Russell E Levine
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Russell E Levine
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Russell Levine has impressive experience representing clients in sophisticated patent infringement disputes in relation to electronics, chemicals and technology.

Russell has set a new standard for me in the legal industry. He is always available to provide advice, his knowledge is astounding and I always feel like the only client he is working for.

Mr Levine demonstrates an exceptional level of sophistication in representing our case, effectively leading the entire litigation team across various states and jurisdictions.

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Garret Leach
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Garret Leach
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Garret Leach is a trial lawyer with notable experience in handling patent litigation, including PTAB proceedings. He acts for clients from a wide range of sectors, including technology and manufacturing.

Garret is a very talented litigation attorney.

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Amanda Hollis
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Amanda Hollis
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Amanda Hollis is a respected litigator who is particularly noted for her work advising technology and life sciences sector clients on complex patent disputes. She leads cases in the International Trade Commission and US Court of Appeals.

Amanda is a solid IP litigator who is very detail-oriented and very focused, thoughtful and strategic.

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Bryan Hales
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Bryan Hales
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Bryan Hales is a highly experienced patent litigator. He is very well-versed in representing clients from the pharmaceutical world.

Bryan Hales has a high level of experience as a patent litigator.

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Marcus E. Sernel
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Marcus E. Sernel
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Marcus Sernel is frequently sought to handle high stakes patent litigation matters. His client roster features companies from a wide range of industries including pharmaceuticals, medical and electronics manufacturers and communications.

His strategic decision-making was always on point. I also felt very confident with his guidance.

Mr Sernel is a highly experienced counsel in the field of intellectual property litigation. His passion and expertise have significantly advanced the progress of our case.

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James Hurst
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James Hurst
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Russell E Levine
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Russell E Levine
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Garret Leach
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Garret Leach
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Amanda Hollis
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Amanda Hollis
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Bryan Hales
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Bryan Hales
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Marcus E. Sernel
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Marcus E. Sernel
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