Grüneberg and Myers PLLC

Grüneberg and Myers PLLC

Managing Partner: Dr. Kirsten A. Grüneberg

Languages: German, Japanese, Spanish, Korean, Russian

International Offices: Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, USA

Founded in 2017, Grüneberg and Myers PLLC is a boutique intellectual property law firm based in Tysons, Virginia. The firm has rapidly gained international recognition for its efficient, high-quality patent prosecution and strategic IP counseling services. Known for embracing innovation, Grüneberg and Myers PLLC leverages cutting-edge technology, including artificial intelligence (A.I.) tools and models to enhance the efficiency and precision of its legal services. Its diverse and highly experienced team of professionals delivers tailored IP strategies to a global client base, including Fortune 50 companies and leading multinationals across the U.S., Europe and Asia.

Patent Prosecution

Grüneberg and Myers excels in preparing and prosecuting U.S. and international patent applications. The firm's attorneys utilize the full spectrum of options available at the USPTO, such as examiner interviews, pilot programs, and accelerated examinations, to secure robust patent protection for clients. The team is adept at coordinating global patent prosecution strategies, ensuring cohesive portfolio management across jurisdictions.

Strategic Counseling

The firm provides comprehensive IP counseling services, including freedom-to-operate analyses, patentability assessments, and infringement evaluations. Attorneys at Grüneberg and Myers are known for their ability to distill complex legal and technical issues into actionable strategies, aiding clients in navigating the intricate IP landscape.

Post-Grant Proceedings

With substantial experience in inter partes reviews, post-grant reviews, and reexaminations, the firm represents clients in challenging and defending patent validity. The attorneys have a track record of achieving favorable outcomes in post-grant proceedings, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector.

Pharmaceutical Patents

Grüneberg and Myers offers specialized expertise in pharmaceutical patent law, including Hatch-Waxman exclusivity, patent term extensions, Orange Book listings, and IP-related aspects of FDA submissions. The firm's attorneys have successfully defended high-value pharmaceutical patents, facilitating significant business deals.

Mergers and Acquisitions

The firm assists clients in evaluating patent portfolios during mergers and acquisitions, providing thorough analyses to assess potential liabilities and the strength of IP assets. Their insights are crucial for informed decision-making in high-stakes transactions.

Freedom to Operate

Grüneberg and Myers conducts detailed freedom-to-operate analyses, helping clients identify and mitigate risks associated with third-party patents. This service is vital for companies seeking to launch new products or enter new markets with confidence.

Design Patents

With a precise understanding of evolving USPTO and international design examination trends, Grüneberg and Myers provides comprehensive counsel to achieve defensible design rights that complement utility patent strategies; particularly, in industries where visual appearance is critical, such as medical devices, consumer electronics, packaging, and industrial products.

Trademarks

The firm offers strategic trademark counseling to help clients build, protect, and enforce strong brand identities. Grüneberg and Myers provides trademark prosecution counsel before the USPTO. The team also assists with global trademark portfolio management, leveraging trusted foreign associates to ensure consistent brand protection worldwide.

Key Clients:

The firm's clientele includes Fortune 50 companies, Fortune Global 200 companies, DAX 30 companies in Germany, and Nikkei 225-listed companies in Japan. Industries served encompass chemicals, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, construction, artificial intelligence, electronics, and machinery.

Contact:

Dr. Kirsten A. Grüneberg

Phone: +1 (571) 458-7790

Email: [email protected]

International Work

Grüneberg and Myers maintains strong relationships with patent firms worldwide, facilitating seamless coordination of international patent prosecution and portfolio management. The firm's attorneys frequently travel to meet with clients in Europe and Asia, ensuring alignment on global IP strategies and staying abreast of regional legal developments.

Practice Areas:

• • Patent Prosecution
  • Strategic Counseling
  • Post-Grant Proceedings
  • Pharmaceutical Patents
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Freedom to Operate
  • Design Patents
  • Trademarks

Office Location:

1775 Tysons Blvd., 5th Floor

Tysons, VA 22102

United States