Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution | USA

Jerald Nagae has a wealth of experience in acting for and advising clients on the full gamut of intellectual property matters, from portfolio management and transactions to complex litigation.

Bill Christiansen of Goodwin advises on a wide range of patent matters, including prosecution and portfolio management. He is known for his expertise working in the biotechnology and life science sectors.

Kimton Eng is cochair of the firm's patent prosecution team. He has notable experience in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications. He possesses significant expertise in medical device, semiconductor and computer-related patents.

Paul Parker is regularly called upon to act for medical technology companies in a range of patent-related matters. He has significant experience in handling patent prosecution and portfolio management as well as patent litigation.

Roger Wylie, managing partner of the firm, is highly regarded for his expertise in patent prosecution, litigation and licensing. His varied client list includes both established tech companies and large retail stores.

Carol Laherty is well regarded for her work advising pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies on the management of their patent portfolios.

Frank Abramonte regularly handles patent procurement and portfolio work. He often works for advanced technology companies developing hardware and software for the computing and medical industries.

George Renzoni regularly handles patent procurement and technology licensing matters in the life sciences sector for domestic and international patent portfolios.

Rhys Lawson is well known for advising on numerous patent matters. He works with a range of clients in different sectors, such as cosmetics, clean energy and education.

Maria Anderson is an experienced practitioner who acts on a comprehensive range of patent and trademark issues. She is particularly active in the e-commerce and healthcare technology fields, with additional experience advising aerospace entities.

Melanie Seelig has extensive experience in all aspects of intellectual property including US and international patent and trademark prosecution, trade secret matters and enforcement work.

Sumedha Ahuja is recognized for her expertise in AI intellectual property matters as well as other software patents. She often advises on patent portfolio strategy, drafting and prosecution.

Emily Peyser handles complex IP enforcement and portfolio management, specializing in the technology sector from aerospace to ecological nonprofits.

Jennifer Spaith has an established practice advising clients on their domestic and international IP portfolios. She advises on recreational and commercial software as well as technically complex IT hardware.

Jesse Bennett is recognized for his work advising large tech companies on patent procurement and defending patent assertions against third parties.

Margie Aoki is a well-respected patent attorney, often advising clients on technologies related to food processing equipment, alternative and clean energy and pharmaceuticals.

Mauricio Uribe is a respected practitioner, with a diverse practice that includes patent prosecution, portfolio development, trade secrets protection and enforcement issues.

Nicole Dunham is a renowned IP attorney, with experience counseling technology and medical device companies through funding, patents and acquisitions. Her expertise spans patent law, due diligence and innovation across sectors from medical tech to aerospace.

Timothy Casey offers practical and strategic IP advice on a range of matters, including patent portfolio management. His practice has a particular emphasis on clients in the technology sector, with both national and international presences.

Kerry Lee Andken receives plaudits for her intellectual property practice, which features notable expertise in the life sciences sector.

Nikki Sanford is an associate with a practice focusing on patent prosecution and portfolio development in the biotechnology, computer science and engineering industries.