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K&L Gates

Intellectual Property

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K&L Gates

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Intellectual Property - Pennsylvania

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

K&L Gates is well-versed in patent and trademark prosecution, enjoys a fine reputation for its counsel in IP disputes, and is particularly known for its work on the plaintiff side. It is skilled in representing organizations within the technology and manufacturing sectors and also advises a number of major educational establishments.

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Work Highlights

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  • K&L Gates represented Massively Broadband in a patent infringement lawsuit against Samsung Electronics in relation to 12 patents.

Strengths

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  • K&L Gates is very committed to ensuring the best outcome, willing to consider outside the box approaches to resolution. It is always on top of things and very detailed in its answers to questions.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA

  • The K&L attorneys are very good communicators but also pragmatic and practical in seeking solutions. They understand our business.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Patrick McElhinny
    Patrick McElhinny

    Patrick McElhinny

    Patrick McElhinny frequently litigates complex patent infringement disputes on behalf of university clients and companies in highly technical industries.

    • Brilliant, calm, analytical and patient. Patrick is a pleasure to work with.

      Intellectual Property respondentUSA

    • He's outstanding on patent litigation. He's been a really good, true and trusted partner.

      Intellectual Property respondentUSA
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