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Sidley Austin LLP

Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation

USA Guide 2026 : California

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Sidley Austin LLP

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Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation - California

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Sidley Austin maintains an impressive track record in high stakes IP disputes, with demonstrable experience in complex patent trials. The firm represents an enviable client base of leading technology, life sciences and solar energy clients.

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Work Highlights

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  • Sidley Austin defended Canadian Solar in multiple patent lawsuits brought by competitors across three US states.

Strengths

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  • The team at Sidley Austin is highly strategic, thoughtful and thorough, particularly in high-stakes IP matters. It takes the time to understand our products, risk profile and long-term objectives, and clearly cares about the company and its success.

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  • The attorneys at Sidley Austin are always responsive and user-friendly.

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  • I could not have asked for anything better than what the Sidley Austin team delivered. Without a successful outcome to the litigation, our company’s future was at risk, and they brought all the resources needed to solve our problem.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Irene Yang
    Irene Yang

    Irene Yang

    Irene Yang is co-head of the firm's IP group and offers substantial experience representing technology and life sciences companies in high-stakes patent trials.

    • Irene Yang is responsive and creative in finding solutions.

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    • Irene Yang is extremely knowledgeable, consistently timely and responsive and quickly grasps both the legal and business sides of IP issues. Her responsiveness and judgment make her feel like a true extension of our internal team.

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    • Irene is really communicative, and I can rely on her to understand IP laws.

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  • Mike Bettinger
    Mike Bettinger

    Mike Bettinger

    Mike Bettinger frequently represents high-profile technology companies in patent litigation in a range of venues.

    • Mike Bettinger is incredibly energetic. His passion and active thinking resonate with clients. He is also a good storyteller with an excellent understanding of industrial practice.

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