Intellectual Property - Utah
Band 4
What the Team is Known For
Thorpe, North & Western is an IP boutique with an established name in the market. The firm is noted for its considerable expertise in patent and trademark prosecution, advising clients from a number of scientific industries. It is also recognized for its handling of contentious matters such as patent infringement disputes.
Work Highlights
Thorpe, North & Western secured a $10.5 million jury verdict for Orgain in a trade dress dispute concerning its flagship product, later increased by the court to $12.5 million following a finding that Orgain's competitor breached a settlement agreement.
Notable practitioners
Mark Bettilyon maintains a strong contentious practice which includes trademark and patent infringement disputes and trade dress claims. He is particularly noted for his courtroom experience, which sees him tackle a range of big-ticket jury trials.
Peter de Jonge draws on lengthy expertise in patent and trademark law when handling both transactional and contentious mandates. He guides clients through prosecution matters, while also representing their interests in trademark disputes.
