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Provided by Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox PLLC

Based in Washington, D.C. and renowned for more than four decades for dedication to the protection, transfer, and enforcement of intellectual property rights, Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox is one of the most highly regarded intellectual property specialty law firms in the world. Its team of attorneys, registered patent agents, students, and technical specialists include some of the country's most respected practitioners of IP law tackling innovations across a broad spectrum of industries. The firm’s practitioners hold over 50 masters and over 60 doctorate degrees in science or engineering and represent Fortune 500 companies, entrepreneurs, start-ups, inventors, venture capital firms, and universities in a client service driven environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating.

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property: Litigation - District of Columbia

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Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox PLLC is an impressive IP boutique highly valued for its ability to prepare and prosecute utility, design and covered business method patents for companies active in a variety of industry sectors, including computer software, engineering and life sciences. The team continues to excel in inter partes review and other USPTO proceedings, and represents a fine choice of counsel for companies of all sizes.

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Work Highlights

Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox PLLC prepared and prosecuted a number of patent portfolios for Altos Labs’ pre-clinical stage product development, which relates to longevity medicines.

Strengths

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Sterne Kessler has unwavering commitment to client-focused service. The team consistently prioritizes understanding unique needs and goals, ensuring tailored solutions that drive real results.

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Stern Kessler’s team stands out for combining top-tier IP execution with startup-savvy judgment.

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The team distinguishes itself with its expertise, connections, willingness to go the extra mile for clients and ability to take on a wide array of patent-related matters.

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The Sterne Kessler attorneys are not only technically skilled but are also strategic thinkers, combining legal acumen with business insight to provide holistic and forward-thinking advice.

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The firm has a focused team of subject matter experts who understand both business and technology strategies and devise solutions in view of both.

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Sterne Kessler has unwavering commitment to client-focused service. The team consistently prioritizes understanding unique needs and goals, ensuring tailored solutions that drive real results.

Intellectual Property: Litigation respondent
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Stern Kessler’s team stands out for combining top-tier IP execution with startup-savvy judgment.

Intellectual Property: Litigation respondent
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The team distinguishes itself with its expertise, connections, willingness to go the extra mile for clients and ability to take on a wide array of patent-related matters.

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The Sterne Kessler attorneys are not only technically skilled but are also strategic thinkers, combining legal acumen with business insight to provide holistic and forward-thinking advice.

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The firm has a focused team of subject matter experts who understand both business and technology strategies and devise solutions in view of both.

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Notable Practitioners

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Jorge Goldstein

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Senior Statespeople

Jorge Goldstein offers substantial expertise in the biotechnology sector. He is highly experienced in the preparation and procurement of complex patents.

Jorge has a deep and sophisticated understanding of the biopharma space, the technology and the law.

Jorge is the guru of biopharma IP.

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Robert Sterne

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Senior Statespeople

Robert Sterne is a respected patent attorney who has extensive experience in providing IP counselling and patent prosecution services.

What sets Rob apart is his exceptional strategic insight and ability to anticipate complex legal and industry challenges. His guidance is consistently practical and forward-looking.

Rob stands out for pairing deep business understanding with a long-term vision and an instinct for what truly matters now.

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Eldora L Ellison

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Band 2

Eldora Ellison co-chairs the firm's PTAB practice. She is a well-regarded attorney with considerable expertise in handling patent prosecution and litigation for life sciences companies.

Eldora is a master of legal writing and oral arguments.

Eldora excels in complex technological areas.

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Tracy-Gene G Durkin

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Band 2

As a noted expert in design patents, Tracy-Gene leads the firm's mechanical and design practice group. Her client list features household names in the food and beverage and tech industries.

Tracy provides a high level of sophisticated service.

Tracy is one of the top design practitioners in country. She is a thoughtful, consummate expert and a pleasure to work with.

Tracy is a brilliant attorney with a great grasp on the technical aspects of the work.

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Dennies Varughese

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Band 4

Dennies Varughese is recognized for his strength in handling patent and trademark litigation for a range of sophisticated clients in the pharmaceutical industry.

Dennies is very experienced, intelligent and highly motivated. He is an outstanding litigator.

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John Christopher (JC) Rozendaal

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Band 4

JC Rozendaal's impressive work for generic pharmaceutical product manufacturers sees him defend against multiple infringement claims. His ANDA practice is supplemented by IPR work, as well as litigation on behalf of clients in the sports and food and beverage industries.

JC provides superior trial counsel: I would recommend him to anyone looking for advice on complex matters and expecting creative solutions and approaches to litigation.

JC Rozendaal is a very sharp lawyer.

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Intellectual Property: Litigation

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Dennies Varughese

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Band 4

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John Christopher (JC) Rozendaal

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Band 4

Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution

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Jorge Goldstein

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Senior Statespeople

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Robert Sterne

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Senior Statespeople

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Eldora L Ellison

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Band 2

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Tracy-Gene G Durkin

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Band 2

Members

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Byron Pickard

Dennies Varughese

Eldora L Ellison

John Christopher (JC) Rozendaal

Jorge Goldstein

Michael Ray

Tracy-Gene G Durkin

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