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Provided by Knobbe Martens

Knobbe Martens is one of the most highly respected intellectual property law firms, offering all aspects of intellectual property and technology law. The firm’s litigation group handles cases throughout the U.S. and coordinates strategy for disputes worldwide. Founded in California in 1962, the firm has about 300 lawyers and scientists based in offices located in Orange County, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C. Knobbe Martens serves a diverse international client base, from multinational corporations to emerging businesses of all stages.

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - Washington

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Knobbe Martens is a well-regarded nationwide firm known for its capabilities in intellectual property law. The team offers clients a full suite of services across litigation and portfolio management. It is experienced in representing clients across sectors including technology, computer software, aerospace and biotechnology.

Work Highlights

  • Knobbe Martens secured a significant victory on behalf of pharmaceutical manufacturer, Lupin, in Hatch-Waxman litigation against Otsuka Pharmaceutical regarding a drug that treats kidney disease.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Carol Pitzel Cruz
3
Carol Pitzel Cruz
3
Band 3

Carol Pitzel Cruz is managing partner of the firm's Seattle office. She has a recognized practice representing pharmaceutical companies in active litigation and advises on portfolio strategies that minimize the risk of litigation.

Carol is really thoughtful and well prepared. She's also pragmatic and really strategic.

Melanie Seelig
3
Melanie Seelig
3
Band 3

Melanie Seelig has extensive experience in all aspects of intellectual property including US and international patent and trademark prosecution, trade secret matters and enforcement work.

Melanie is an outstanding attorney.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Washington

Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation

Carol Pitzel Cruz
3
Carol Pitzel Cruz
3
Band 3
Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution

Melanie Seelig
3
Melanie Seelig
3
Band 3

Members

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Clients

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Accelitas

Amazon.com, Inc.

Lupin Ltd

Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc

Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Padagis US LLC