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Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

Intellectual Property

USA Guide 2026 : Ohio


Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

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Our nationally recognized intellectual property (IP) practice assists clients in creating and defending IP assets to achieve their key business goals, such as maintaining exclusivity, building iconic brands, and attracting investment. We understand the critical role IP assets play in driving and supporting these goals.

Who We Represent We serve a diverse range of clients, including innovative start-ups, multinational corporations, universities, and other IP-driven organizations. Our clients span various industries, such as chemistry, biosciences, nanotechnology, electrical engineering, food and beverage, medical devices, software, artificial intelligence, blockchain, and more. They are domestic, foreign, and global entities.

Our 360-Degree Approach IP can be among a business's most valuable assets but can be compromised by internal misappropriation, scattershot protection efforts, and strategies misaligned with business goals. Our team employs an integrated approach, supported by proprietary data analysis and Six Sigma tools, to help clients maintain a proactive IP strategy. This strategy enables clients to leverage IP assets for business advantages, optimize handling and spend management, and inform our approach to IP litigation and transactions, such as licensing, venture capital investments, and acquisitions. This results in a comprehensive 360-degree approach to IP.

Industries (13)

  • Traditional Energy
  • Clean and renewable energy
  • Nanotechnology
  • Health Care and Life Sciences
  • High Technology
  • Chemicals
  • Mechanical
  • Material Science
  • Additive Manufacturing
  • Aerospace
  • Electronics
  • Automotive and Ground Transport
  • Music and Entertainment

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - Ohio

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP is experienced representing a number of clients on patent enforcement and other IP litigation. Alongside this they also provide a suite of transactional services for IP clients.

Work Highlights

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  • Vorys Sater served as counsel to Sam Sulek in his endorsement deal with Gymshark.

Strengths

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  • They provide personalized service and their IP department has very intelligent individuals who can think through very complex technical issues.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA
  • The Vorys Sater IP group provides holistic advice in all areas. It is nice not to have to farm out to individual firms; depending on the matter, they do it all.

    Intellectual Property respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Mark  A. Watkins
    Band 3Mark  A. Watkins

    Mark A. Watkins

    Mark Watkins of Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP is recognized for his expertise across copyright and patent matters, as well as handling contentious and noncontentious trademark work. He is particularly experienced in the entertainment industry, where he acts for multiple high-profile individuals.

  • Associates to watchJabari Shaw
    Associates to watchJabari Shaw

    Jabari Shaw

    Jabari Shaw is an experienced associate who has a specialty in managing international trademarks ensuring that clients' portfolios are protected.

    • Jabari is adroit and understands my personality and how I work best. When the situation gets complex, he remains calm and is able to decipher the best course of action.

      Intellectual Property respondentUSA
    • Jabari is extremely skilled and knowledgeable.

      Intellectual Property respondentUSA

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