Life Sciences
USA Guide 2024 : California
Band 2
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+1 415 268 7000Chambers Review
Morrison Foerster is recommended for its seasoned bench of patent prosecutors and for its counsel regarding the protection and commercialization of IP portfolios. The team receives attention for its transactional strength, including the handling of private financing, strategic partnership, licensing and M&A deals. The group is also noted for representing clients in patent litigation, registry actions and royalty disputes.
Work Highlights
- Morrison Foerster continued to serve as patent counsel to Eureka Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing novel T-cell therapies to treat cancers.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Morrison Foerster team consistently demonstrates expertise and a strategic approach."
"Morrison Foerster provides the highest level of quality and service."
"They are very creative, thorough, and pay attention to details."
"The Morrison Foerster team consistently demonstrates expertise and a strategic approach."
"Morrison Foerster provides the highest level of quality and service."
"They are very creative, thorough, and pay attention to details."
Notable Practitioners
Catherine Polizzi maintains a respected practice that encompasses a wide range of life sciences-related patent work, including prosecution and general portfolio management and development.
"Catherine has a deep understanding of intellectual property matters and how they relate to the overall commercial landscape."
Daralyn Durie is an esteemed patent litigator who regularly handles high-value infringement claims for life sciences companies as part of a wider disputes practice.
"Daralyn is a terrific lawyer who is deeply knowledgeable in the life sciences area."
"Daralyn is a very effective writer and very good oral advocate."
Janet Xiao is well equipped to advise international clients on patent prosecution and strategy in the biotech industry, drawing on substantial technical knowledge.
"Janet consistently delivers a very high level of client service and exhibits strong commercial awareness and vision."
Ranked Lawyers at
Morrison Foerster
California