Intellectual Property | USA

Cooley has a market-leading group with particularly strong expertise acting for technology, medical device, energy and telecom companies. It has significant experience handling the full range of patent matters, including patent litigation, patent prosecution and portfolio management. The team also advises a number of startups and high-growth companies as well as more established businesses.

Pillsbury has a standout practice with a deep bench of seasoned attorneys offering significant technical expertise. It advises on the full range of matters, including trademark registration, patent applications and litigation. The team is experienced in representing clients at state and international level, with notable experience appearing before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board and the International Trade Commission. It also handles ANDA filings on behalf of generic pharmaceutical manufacturers.

DLA Piper enjoys a strong reputation for its breadth of expertise in advising a range of multinational clients on complex patent prosecution, litigation and portfolio management matters. It is particularly noted for its strength across the technology and electronics spheres. The team also provides advice on IP and technology concerns in the context of M&A transactions.