USA Guide 2026 : New York
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Steptoe LLP is known for handling complex litigation, as well as counseling and prosecution matters in the life sciences space. The firm represents generic pharmaceutical companies in Hatch-Waxman litigation and offers experience handling disputes through trial and appeal.
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Steptoe LLP represented plaintiff, Orexo, as trial counsel in Hatch-Waxman litigation against Sun in the US District Court for the District of New Jersey.
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Steptoe attorneys are extremely well-educated on the technical side.
The team offers sound and logical thinking that takes into consideration different risk factors and leverages.
Steptoe has a well-rounded and effective group, with a high level of competence, in advocacy, written work product, creativity and strategy.
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John Molenda heads the firm's New York IP group. He has experience in a wide range of patent litigation, with a particular focus on small-molecule pharmaceuticals and biologics.
John offers good judgment and advice and is thoughtful and effective in court.
John's knowledge of appellate patent law and the Federal Circuit judges is second to none, but what truly sets John apart is his understanding of client businesses and the level of client service that he provides.
Vishal's advice is spot on. With the depth in which he thinks about strategy, you don't want to come against him!
Vishal is an effective and skilled attorney.
Vishal is someone who can handle a lot of difficult and complex issues within matters, almost without breaking a sweat.
Vishal is a very sharp lawyer, who really knows how to work for a client's benefit. He is very timely in his responses and makes sure that each piece of correspondence is at its best.
Vishal is timely, focused and exceedingly strategic.
Intellectual Property: Patent
Intellectual Property: Patent
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