Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation
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Knobbe Martens
USA 2026
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Overview
Provided by Knobbe Martens
Knobbe Martens protects the ideas that drive innovation and propel our world forward. As a leading intellectual property and technology law firm, clients worldwide rely on us to safeguard their products, brands, and technologies through strategic counsel and high-impact litigation. Our lawyers and technology specialists collaborate to deliver tailored solutions for clients ranging from multinational corporations to start-ups and emerging companies at every stage. Learn more at www.knobbe.com.
Industry sectors (15)
- Aerospace & Defense
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Biotech
- Chemical, Industrial & Materials
- Consumer Products & Services
- Electrical, Semiconductor & Computer Technology
- Energy
- Fashion & Beauty
- Food & Beverage
- Life Sciences
- Medical Devices & Procedures
- Pharmaceuticals
- Restaurants & Hospitality
- Sporting Goods & Recreation
- Transportation & Vehicles
Capabilities (8)
- Litigation
- Patent Strategy and Prosecution
- IP Transactions, Agreements and Venture Capital
- Trademark and Brand Protection
- Copyrights
- Trade Secrets
- Antitrust and Competition
- Advertising, Media & Entertainment
Key people
Provided by Knobbe Martens
Steven J. Nataupsky
Managing Partner
Work & experience
Provided by Knobbe Martens
Knobbe Martens helps clients protect, enforce, commercialize, and monetize their intellectual property worldwide through strategic business guidance and litigation. Major areas of practice include: Litigation; Patent Strategy and Prosecution; IP Transactions, Agreements and Venture Capital; Trademark and Brand Protection; Copyrights; Trade Secrets; Antitrust and Competition; and Advertising, Media & Entertainment.
Notable work
Provided by Knobbe Martens
Litigation
Knobbe Martens litigators protect and enforce IP rights worldwide, delivering favorable results for clients.
Patent Strategy and Prosecution
We develop and protect patent portfolios that advance clients' business goals from innovation to enforcement.
Trademark and Brand Protection
We help clients develop, protect, enforce, and commercialize trademarks and brands worldwide.
Ranked Offices at Knobbe Martens
Provided by Knobbe Martens
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Ranked Individuals at Knobbe Martens (9)
California
Joseph R Re
Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation
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Salima Merani, PhD
Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution
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Tom Cowan
Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution
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Lynda Zadra-Symes
Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets
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Life Sciences: IP/Patent Litigation
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Sabing Lee
Life Sciences: IP/Patent Litigation
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District of Columbia
William Zimmerman
Intellectual Property: Litigation
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Washington
Carol Pitzel Cruz
Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation
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Melanie Seelig
Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution
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