Intellectual Property: Patent - USA
What the team is known for
Perkins Coie is highly active in the representation of global clients in the pharmaceutical and technology spaces before the USPTO, and also noted for its capabilities in patent-based transactions. Supported by a litigation team with an enviable trial before the PTAB and Federal Circuit. Frequently handles complex patent appeals before the Federal Circuit. Also noted for its handling of post-grant proceedings.
Strengths
"The Perkins Coie team has a lot of litigation experience and understands the underlying technology."
"Perkins Coie has hundreds of patent practitioners whose knowledge and experience cover different technologies worldwide."
Work highlights
Perkins Coie LLP represented Mylan Pharmaceuticals in patent litigation brought by Biogen after Mylan filed an ANDA application seeking approval to market a generic version of Tecfidera, a drug that Biogen markets for treatment of multiple sclerosis.
Notable practitioners
Michael Wise maintains a broad IP practice, regularly advising on both litigation and non-contentious matters. He is noted for his experience advising Chinese life sciences companies.
