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Mintz

Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution

USA Guide 2026 : California


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The California team, located in both San Francisco and San Diego, handles patent prosecution and strategic counselling, for marquee companies from around the world and for leading academic and research institutions. The team has grown significantly this past year, now counting 45 partners, associates and patent agents. The group has purposefully grown its bench in the patent agent ranks to more efficiently provide filing and prosecution services, simultaneously increasing our capacity for and the volume of more strategic services for clients, inclusive of pre-litigation analysis, competitive landscaping, freedom-to-operate and more. The technical breadth and depth of the team is remarkable, spanning the life sciences (including biology, biochemistry, and organic chemistry), medical technology, AI, and the electrical, mechanical and materials arts. 

The breadth of capabilities in this practice set it apart from other firms. There is no technology we do not have covered – in spades. These professionals handle all levels of work in virtually every technology area, working on cutting edge therapies, and the cutting edge of simulated waves.

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Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution - California

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Mintz houses a deep patent prosecution team encompassing an impressive range of technical expertise. The group regularly counsels clients on all aspects of patent portfolio management.

Work Highlights

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  • Mintz continued to advise Corcept Therapeutics on protecting its pharmaceutical innovations, including new compounds, polymorphs, formulations and methods of making.

Strengths

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  • Mintz understands my sense of urgency and provides quick commercial guidance when needed.

    Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution respondentUSA
  • Mintz gives me subject-matter experts and responsiveness. They are very professional.

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  • The team at Mintz is one of my preferred teams. They are among the most responsive I have ever worked with.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Kenneth E Jenkins
    Band 2Kenneth E Jenkins

    Kenneth E Jenkins

    Kenneth Jenkins is principally recognized for his sophisticated advice to life sciences clients on portfolio strategy and patent prosecution mandates.
    • Ken Jenkins and his team bring more value to my portfolio than any other team or firm.

      Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution respondentUSA
    • What sets Kenneth Jenkins apart from his peers is his judgment. He not only gives opinions but also provides clear recommendations grounded in both the science and the business.

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  • Band 2Terri Shieh-Newton
    Band 2Terri Shieh-Newton

    Terri Shieh-Newton

    Terri Shieh-Newton draws upon a strong technical background to advise on patent prosecution and strategy for biotechnology companies.
    • Terri Shieh-Newton excels at creating a sophisticated, layered patent strategy to help drive the growth of the business to the satisfaction of partners and investors.

      Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution respondentUSA
    • Terri and her team consistently go above and beyond to meet our tight timelines. They are excellent at managing difficult inventors and licensees.

      Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution respondentUSA

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