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William Baton

William Baton

USA 2026

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USA

Career

Bill Baton represents pharmaceutical companies in complex, often high-profile, patent litigation. Bill concentrates his practice in Hatch-Waxman ANDA litigation and protecting the intellectual property of branded pharmaceutical companies. He currently serves as New Jersey litigation counsel in more than three dozen patent cases for approximately 20 major pharmaceutical companies. Bill is one of the leading members of Saul Ewing's patent litigation team, which was recognized in 2018 as one of the top five "Go-To" law firms for patent litigation in a report by Lex Machina. Bill's team was also ranked fourth, nationally, for the number of cases filed on behalf of patentees between 2015 and 2017, and fourth, nationally, for the number of cases filed on behalf of ANDA plaintiffs between 2009 and 2017.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Intellectual Property - New Jersey

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Individual Editorial

William Baton has extensive experience leading patent litigation cases for life sciences companies, and is frequently instructed on Hatch-Waxman cases. He is highly sought after as local counsel in New Jersey for many of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies and biotechnology manufacturers.

Strengths

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  • Bill brings a very practical approach, which is highly valued.

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  • Bill gives excellent advice and really does an extraordinary job.

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  • Bill is an excellent public speaker. He is knowledgeable about the rules and very considered in his approach to getting information. He is a pleasure to to work with.

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  • Bill is highly knowledgeable and experienced and an effective advocate.

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