Intellectual Property | USA

Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell is a preeminent IP practice that comes recommended for its patent-related work and has significant experience litigating cases in all areas of technology. Stands out for its unrivaled bench strength and is also regularly engaged to advise on copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets matters, handling disputes in the Delaware District Court and Delaware Court of Chancery, as well as in federal courts around the country. Regularly acts as both lead and local counsel for clients from an array of sectors, including leading names in the technology, pharmaceutical and telecommunications industries.

Richards, Layton & Finger is a highly regarded team that acts as both lead and local counsel in trade secret and copyright cases with particular strength in complex patent infringement controversies. Represents clients from a range of industries, including mobile telephones, computer chips and pharmaceuticals. Also well known for its successful work in high-profile and high-value trade secret cases.

Potter Anderson & Corroon is a high-quality practice with a focus on patent infringement litigation. Represents a range of clients, including technology, food and life sciences companies. Frequently appears in proceedings before the District Court of Delaware, US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and the Delaware Superior Court. Notable range of work for the pharmaceutical industry, including strategic planning, patent procurement and Hatch-Waxman litigation.

Ashby & Geddes is a fine firm adept at handling a range of work on both the plaintiff and defense side of IP litigation, regularly acting as Delaware counsel for regional and national IP firms. Draws on a broad bench of expertise to advise on an array of matters, including patent, unfair competition and Hatch-Waxman litigation. Acts for a diverse client base including companies from the biotechnology, computer software and telecommunications industries.

Bayard is a robust team with a reputation for providing high-quality advice, serving as both local and lead counsel. Enjoys a fine track record for its work in patent infringement cases and is also well versed in trademark disputes. Regularly represents both plaintiffs and defendants in the information technology and food and beverage sectors. Notable expertise in representing pharmaceutical clients in litigation concerning the Hatch-Waxman Act.

McCarter & English is a strong team with significant experience acting as counsel in patent prosecution, trademark litigation and high-profile Hatch-Waxman disputes. Acts for clients from a variety of industries, including the pharmaceuticals and electronics sectors.

Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor is a well-regarded team that acts for both plaintiffs and defendants from a variety of industries, including the software, medical devices and pharmaceuticals sectors. Experienced lead counsel in patent infringement claims, trade secret cases and Hatch-Waxman litigation. Also has a strong reputation acting as local Delaware counsel in complex patent litigation.

Smith, Katzenstein & Jenkins is a well-regarded local counsel with substantial experience handling a wide range of IP litigation. Recognized for its impressive capabilities guiding plaintiffs and defendants through the Delaware judicial systems. Represents clients in trade secrets cases, ANDA litigation and trademark disputes, among others.