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Sheppard helps innovators protect, enforce and maximize the value of their intellectual property worldwide. We combine deep technical insight with sophisticated patent, trademark and brand strategy to deliver business-focused results.
Our Intellectual Property lawyers are well-positioned to help companies protect their intellectual property rights and exploit their commercial potential. We cover in depth all laws governing patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, false advertising, unfair competition, counterfeiting, grey marketing, and all matters involving intellectual property. We routinely address practical concerns related to the Internet, intranets, e-mail and document and data retention policies, as well as offer cutting edge advice in important related areas such as antitrust, unfair competition, counterfeiting, grey marketing and product diversion. Sheppard represents clients ranging from Fortune 500 corporations to deserving start-ups and individuals across a wide spectrum of industries.
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Sheppard Mullin acted as outside patent counsel to Vir Biotechnology on the drafting and prosecution of all IP underpinning its August 2024 worldwide licence agreement with Sanofi.
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The Sheppard Mullin team know our company and our business very well. They are well-versed in market trends and keep us apprised of the latest legal trends impacting our industry.
Sheppard Mullin is an excellent law firm for patent prosecution. Its work is excellent.
Sheppard Mullin is exceptional.
The Sheppard Mullin team know our company and our business very well. They are well-versed in market trends and keep us apprised of the latest legal trends impacting our industry.
Sheppard Mullin is an excellent law firm for patent prosecution. Its work is excellent.
Sheppard Mullin is exceptional.
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Jill Pietrini is a strategic trademark expert.

Lorna Tanner is smart and spends time to learn the pharma and biotech business. She quickly learns new technology and provides excellent advice promptly.
Alex Nie is recognized for handling the full gamut of patent issues, including procurement, enforcement, licensing and technology transfers. He is regularly retained by technology, pharma and life sciences companies.
Alex Nie has an excellent business sense.
Alex Nie delivers excellent client service.
Alex Nie is an excellent patent attorney. He is responsive and attuned to trends in my industry, keeping me updated with various happenings.

Harper Batts is an experienced practitioner with a proven track record of success in patent disputes and notable expertise in post-grant proceedings.
Harper Batts is a client-focused attorney who has a deep understanding of the technical and business issues that our company faces. He is very diligent and responsive.

Laura is a rockstar, and we enjoy working with her. She is a great mentor and bright spot for us as we navigate change and growth.
Laura Chapman understands our goals and is a strategic partner beyond the litigation strategy.
Laura Chapman is my go-to adviser for litigation matters.


Stephen Korniczky is a strategic leader. He combines deep subject-matter expertise with a sophisticated understanding of litigation dynamics and business priorities. Steve is exceptionally well-spoken, clear in his analysis and consistently brings sound, experience-driven judgment to every major decision.






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Alex Nie
Carlo Ban den Bosch
Chris Ponder
Daniel Yannuzzi
Ericka Schulz
Gazal Pour-Moezzi
Harper Batts
Harris Gao
Hector Agdeppa
James Soong
Jeffery Liang
Jill Pietrini
Jing Liu
Kent Raygor
Lai Yip
Martin Bader
Michael Orlando
Paul Bost
Paul Chang
Stephen Korniczky
Timothy Cremen