Intellectual Property
USA Guide 2024 : Oregon
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About
Provided by Stoel Rives LLP
Stoel Rives’ Oregon Intellectual Property department is renowned for the depth of its bench of highly qualified, experienced attorneys. Seven of our 12 members are partners, four of whom are Chambers-ranked. Today, our four Chambers-ranked IP practitioners comprise the largest number and proportion in any firm’s IP department statewide.
Our IP expertise encompasses the expanse of established and emerging industries. As well as companies working with a wide range of technologies, we represent entities in the food processing, manufacturing, transportation, construction, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, entertainment, consumer products, agribusiness, alcohol and other beverages, and apparel industries.
Our attorneys excel in resolving contentious disputes involving patents, trademarks, trade secrets, copyright, and related rights, and other intellectual properties, as well as in leveraging our deep expertise to advise on liability and risk allocation matters, such as data privacy and security, including compliance and licensing issues.
We are known nationwide for our consistent success in enforcing intellectual property rights in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies, including the USPTO’s Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, U.S. District Courts, and appeals before the Federal Circuit. We likewise have a strong reputation for representing clients in investigations before the U.S. International Trade Commission.
Chambers Review
Stoel Rives houses an IP group with a deep bench of practitioners possessing extensive experience acting for clients in patent prosecution matters and infringement litigation, as well as providing strategic portfolio advice. The firm also advises on trademark and copyright protection, technology licensing, false advertising and trade secret matters. It is also adept at portfolio management. The team works with clients from a range of sectors, including technology, healthcare, and electronics.
Work Highlights
- Stoel Rives defended The Greenbrier Companies in claims of patent infringement brought by National Steel Car.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Stoel Rives has expertly handled every matter we've brought to them, including very complex and sophisticated pieces."
"Each member of the team brought a unique expertise to advance our case."
"Stoel Rives has expertly handled every matter we've brought to them, including very complex and sophisticated pieces."
"Each member of the team brought a unique expertise to advance our case."
Notable Practitioners
Anne Glazer is a well-respected IP practitioner with significant experience in the trademark protection, portfolio management, and licensing spaces.
"We thoroughly enjoy every aspect of working with Anne."
"She takes good care of us."
Steve Lovett is an experienced litigator who has particular expertise in patent infringement litigation, as well as trademark, trade secret and licensing disputes.
"Steve provided excellent counsel in a very complicated area of the law."
"He's fantastic to work with."
Kassim Ferris garners respect for his IP practice, which sees him act on patent procurement as well as portfolio management.
Matthew Wilmot regularly acts for IT-sector clients on software licensing and commercial contracts. He also has experience advising on the acquisition of patent portfolios and trademark clearance.
Ranked Lawyers at
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Members
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Alfredo Villanueva
Brian Bollt
Elliott Williams
Nathan Brunette
Randolph Foster
Robert Teel
Tanya Huertas-Langevin
Clients
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EROAD
Mobile Tech, Inc.
Radisys Corporation
SR Smith, LLC
SnapRays, LLC dba SnapPower
TRC Healthcare
Targus
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.
Weir ESCO (ESCO Group LLC)
Industries
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Agribusiness
Construction
Consumer Products
Energy
Food & Beverage
Healthcare
Life Sciences & Technology
Manufacturing
Natural Resources
Real Estate