Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, Intellectual Property

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With more than 200 lawyers and other professionals, Morgan Lewis has one of the largest intellectual property practices of any full-service law firm in the world. We provide a range of IP services, including litigation at the district court, International Trade Commission, and appellate levels; patent preparation and prosecution; trademark and copyright counseling and portfolio management; post-grant and other administrative proceedings before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO); licensing, technology transfer and other transactions; litigation under the Hatch-Waxman Act and Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act (BPCIA); and addressing IP issues in corporate transactions.

We have a unified practice across our global offices, and our practice is well balanced across prosecution, transactions, and litigation. The size and breadth of our practice, coupled with our geographic and subject-matter balance, means we have the talent to match most needs. We are equally dedicated to procuring IP rights, asserting such rights against infringers, and defending clients accused of infringement. Whether related to technology, the life sciences, energy, manufacturing, finance, retail or consumer goods, we combine legal expertise, industry knowledge, and scientific and technical depth.

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Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation - California

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius is experienced in handling inter partes reviews, trade secret misuse allegations and the defense of infringement claims made by nonpracticing entities. The team is noted for its patent prosecution and patent counseling services. The firm is particularly highlighted for its deep expertise in the life sciences sector, including in biotechnology and biosimilars. It also advises technology clients on patent prosecution and copyright cases. It offers additional expertise in IP commercialization transactions, including licensing agreement matters.

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Work Highlights

Morgan Lewis secured a win for Canon by persuading the PTAB in six separate proceedings to find all challenged claims of six patents asserted by Slingshot Printing unpatentable.

Strengths

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The firm demonstrates high quality communication skills and responsiveness.

Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation respondent
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The firm demonstrates high quality communication skills and responsiveness.

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Notable Practitioners

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Christina MacDougall

Band 4

Christina MacDougall frequently advises life sciences companies on patent prosecution, portfolio management and general patent strategy.

Christina is a very knowledgeable attorney who provides focused recommendations.

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Gary S Williams

Band 4

Gary Williams advises clients from a range of technical industries on the prosecution and licensing of complex patents.

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Jeffry S Mann

Band 4

Jeffry Mann co-heads the firm's global life sciences group and offers substantial expertise in patent portfolio management and prosecution.

Jeffry is an outstanding attorney with an excellent background in chemistry and exceptional people skills.

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Manita Rawat

Band 4

Manita Rawat is recognized for her impressive patent prosecution practice. She has extensive experience advising major clients from highly technical industries.

Manita checks every box for an IP attorney. She is able to dig into the technical details, but also take a step back and understand how the IP fits into the company's overall goals.

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Seth M Gerber

Band 4

Seth Gerber is noted for his impressive track record of success in high value trade secrets trials. He is frequently called upon by major companies in highly technical industries, including aerospace and semiconductors.

Seth is an outstanding litigator - very knowledgeable and tenacious.

Seth has a brilliant mind and is thoughtful, strategic and an incredible communicator. His passion for what he does is evident in his work.

Seth makes everyone around him better, including me. I am grateful to have Seth on my side and for all he is doing to protect and ensure my rights.

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