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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. 

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution - California

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Sheppard Mullin is regularly called upon to litigate complex IP disputes at both federal and district court, as well as before the ITC. The team offers notable experience representing leading software and technology companies, and frequently advises clients on prosecution and portfolio management.

Work Highlights

  • 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.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Jill Pietrini
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Jill Pietrini
3
Band 3
Jill Pietrini maintains a broad IP practice with a particular focus on contentious and noncontentious trademark matters.

Jill Pietrini is a strategic trademark expert.

Lorna Tanner
3
Lorna Tanner
3
Band 3
Lorna Tanner is called upon by life sciences companies to prosecute and manage highly technical patent portfolios.

Lorna Tanner is smart and spends time to learn the pharma and biotech business. She quickly learns new technology and provides excellent advice promptly.

4
Alex Nie
4
Band 4

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
4
Harper Batts
4
Band 4

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 Chapman
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Laura Chapman
4
Band 4
Laura Chapman is a highly experienced litigator who is routinely called upon by clients to handle complex trademark and copyright disputes.

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.

Martin Bader
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Martin Bader
4
Band 4
Martin Bader represents technology companies in patent infringement matters. Martin is additionally adept in handing inner partes reviews and licensing matters.
Stephen Korniczky
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Stephen Korniczky
5
Band 5
Stephen Korniczky represents major companies in patent litigation and licensing matters, often with notable cross-border elements.

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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California

Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation

Harper Batts
4
Harper Batts
4
Band 4
Martin Bader
4
Martin Bader
4
Band 4
Stephen Korniczky
5
Stephen Korniczky
5
Band 5
Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution

Lorna Tanner
3
Lorna Tanner
3
Band 3
4
Alex Nie
4
Band 4
Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets

Jill Pietrini
3
Jill Pietrini
3
Band 3
Laura Chapman
4
Laura Chapman
4
Band 4

Members

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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