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USA District of Columbia Intellectual Property: Litigation

Intellectual Property covers disputes related to patent, copyright and trademark infringement. Litigation concerning trade secrets also features. We also feature related issues such as licensing and IP commercialization (US patent prosecution).

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Band 1
  1. Covington & Burling LLP
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    Covington & Burling LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 1 | 11 Years Ranked
    Standout patent litigation group often retained by pharmaceutical and technology giants to appear before the ITC and the federal courts in significant high-stakes disputes. Well versed in the coordination of complex international IP litigations which become global in scope. Wider expertise is offered on a range of non-patent matters, including trade secrets, brand management and copyright disputes. Offers particular strength in the USPTO acting for both patent owners and petitioners, particularly in the life sciences sector, and exhibits considerable expertise handling Hatch-Waxman litigation.
  2. Latham & Watkins LLP
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    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 1 | 11 Years Ranked
    High-caliber patent litigators known to act for clients in a variety of sectors, including software, life sciences and automobiles. Strong PTAB, district court and ITC trial capabilities backed up by a number of experienced appellate advocates who regularly appear before the US Supreme Court and federal appeals courts. Adept at handling all manner of Section 101 cases and engages regularly with corresponding issues and new developments. Also noted for its expertise in cases at the intersection between antitrust and IP.
  3. Fish & Richardson PC
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 1
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Band 2
  1. Kirkland & Ellis LLP
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    Kirkland & Ellis LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 2 | 11 Years Ranked
    Strong trial group, particularly known for its work in the technology and pharmaceutical sectors. Offers significant experience before both federal and district courts. Represents a strong choice for complex bet-the-company cases and possesses notable expertise before the ITC. Has additional strength in misappropriation of trade secrets disputes and also renowned for its expertise in appellate matters.
  2. Sidley Austin LLP
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    Sidley Austin LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 2 | 11 Years Ranked
    Noteworthy strength in the IP litigation arena, particularly with respect to life sciences, medical devices, pharmaceuticals and technology. Continues to be a popular choice for multijurisdictional bet-the-company litigation and has a fine track record for its work before the ITC. Great experience acting on disputes before the PTAB.
  3. Williams & Connolly LLP
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    Williams & Connolly LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 2 | 10 Years Ranked
    High-quality litigation outfit offering a deep bench of experience and respected for its capabilities in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and consumer electronics spaces. Clients include some of the largest and most recognizable brand-name drug companies. Recommended for all manner of patent litigation, including ANDA, BPCIA and licensing disputes, as well as misappropriation of trade secrets actions. Also has a growing administrative practice, handling numerous IPRs.
  4. WilmerHale
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    WilmerHale
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 2 | 11 Years Ranked
    Particularly recommended for its handling of contentious matters before the USPTO, the ITC and federal and district courts. Clients include household names active in the consumer electronics, technology and life sciences sectors. Maintains a strong track record in IPRs and is a popular choice for post-grant proceedings.
  5. Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 2
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Band 3
  1. Morrison Foerster
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    Morrison Foerster
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked
    Advises on high-profile patent disputes arising in the pharmaceutical and consumer electronics sectors. Recommended for trade secrets disputes. Strong appellate capabilities back up experienced district court, PTAB and USPTO litigators. Also noted for its expertise in ITC Section 337 matters.
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Band 4
  1. Arnold & Porter
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    Arnold & Porter
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked
    Highly regarded IP practice group able to provide comprehensive guidance on all areas of patent and non-patent matters. The trademark and copyright capabilities of the group remain highly noted. Enjoys a fine reputation for its work in the sports and media and entertainment fields. Regularly called upon for its strengths in patent prosecution, it additionally maintains broad experience in contentious matters and is well versed in both complex patent and trademark disputes. Celebrated expertise in life sciences.
  2. BakerHostetler LLP
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    BakerHostetler LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
    Respected multifaceted group with notable prowess in patent prosecution and intellectual property litigation. Regularly retained by clients in the technology and life sciences sectors, among others. Expertise encompasses patent, trademark and copyright infringement claims, and experienced with representing clients before the ITC, PTAB and the US Court of Federal Claims.
  3. Goodwin
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    Goodwin
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
    Recognized as a leading choice for clients in the life sciences arena, with a strong reputation for representing generic drug companies in Hatch-Waxman proceedings. Also esteemed for its work on behalf of electronics and technology clients. Possesses adept practitioners in PTAB proceedings and also noted for its appellate capabilities. Well versed in arguing high-profile matters before the US Supreme Court, with recent successes across patent, trademark and copyright.
  4. Katten
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    Katten
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Impressive litigation group with extensive experience spanning trademark, copyright and patent disputes. Members frequently appear before the Federal Circuit, PTAB, TTAB and other venues on behalf of domestic and international companies.
  5. Mayer Brown LLP
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    Mayer Brown LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 4 | 11 Years Ranked
    Dynamic team noted for its representation of multinational companies in high-stakes patent litigation. Excels in matters pertaining to the hi-tech industry, and also noted for its strengths in issues concerning consumer goods and pharmaceuticals. Strong experience acting before numerous courts, including the PTAB and ITC. Highly experienced at handling ex parte and inter partes reexaminations, as well as post-grant proceedings.
  6. Oppenheim + Zebrak, LLP
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    Oppenheim + Zebrak, LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Well-regarded boutique offering significant IP litigation expertise. Especially active on behalf of clients in the entertainment industry, including major record labels and publishing houses. Handles high-stakes disputes involving copyright infringement, licensing and royalty issues, and breach of contract.
  7. Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
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    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
    Significant global firm with a growing presence in the DC IP litigation space. Offers broad disputes capability, frequently handling matters including alleged patent and trademark infringement and trade secrets misappropriation. Acts for an enviable client base that includes major companies in a diverse range of industries, including medical devices and consumer electronics.
  8. Paul Hastings LLP
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    Paul Hastings LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    A strong choice to handle complex IP disputes, with particular strength handling patent infringement claims on behalf of clients in the technology sector. Possesses additional capabilities in trade secret misappropriation claims, and also has a strong track record advising on patent prosecution and high-level IP planning.
  9. Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
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    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Noted for its prowess in handling contentious intellectual property mandates for clients across the biotech, pharmaceutical and technology spheres. Frequently represents clients before the ITC, PTAB and the Federal Circuit.
  10. Perkins Coie LLP
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    Perkins Coie LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Acts on behalf of leading pharmaceutical, technology and media companies in a range of complex disputes. Particular strength in patent litigation, including post-grant reviews. Adroitly handles mandates with a cross-border component. Regularly represents clients before PTAB, ITC and the Federal Circuit, as well as trial courts around the country.
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Band 5
  1. Cooley LLP
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    Cooley LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 5 | 1 Years Ranked
    Enjoys a strong reputation for its IP counseling and strategy work, with a wealth of experience handling patent prosecution. Counts world-leading pharmaceutical companies among its client roster, in addition to agricultural technology companies.
  2. Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
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    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 5 | 1 Years Ranked
    Respected litigation group with substantial expertise handling complex, high-value patent and trade secrets disputes before a range of venues. Frequently called upon by clients from an array of industries and particularly noted for representation of household-name technology companies.
  3. McDermott Will & Emery LLP
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    McDermott Will & Emery LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 5 | 11 Years Ranked
    Robust IP group with specialists spanning patent, trademark and copyright law. Highly developed trial practice which sees the group litigate disputes in industries as varied as medical devices, retail and financial services. Noted for expertise on cases at the intersection of alcohol regulation and trademarks. Regularly advises on the IP implications of corporate transactions. Also particularly experienced in handling IPRs in the life sciences sector.
  4. White & Case LLP
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    White & Case LLP
    Intellectual Property: Litigation
    2022 | Band 5 | 1 Years Ranked
    Increasingly called upon by an impressive array of technology-sector clients to handle complex patent disputes. Offers notable expertise litigating Section 337 cases before the ITC.