International Trade: Intellectual Property (Section 337)
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About
Provided by Baker Botts L.L.P.
Baker Botts regularly represents clients in 19 C.F.R. Part 177 enforcement proceedings before CBP’s Exclusion Order Enforcement Branch (EOEB). These proceedings are conducted inter partes and build on the record developed before the ITC in Section 337 investigations. They result in ruling letters that set forth whether and how CBP will enforce ITC exclusion orders against certain parties and products. Navigating them requires familiarity with the EOEB's nuanced procedures under Part 177 and experience with the types of briefing and oral advocacy that inevitably arises in such proceedings. Baker Botts has participated in more than twice as many of these inter partes proceedings through final decision than any other law firm since the proceedings were first made available in 2017.
Our International Trade Group also routinely advises and counsels clients on a full spectrum of regulatory issues related to imports.
To learn more about our practice, please visit:
https://www.bakerbotts.com/services/practice-areas/intellectual-property/customs-ip-enforcement
Chambers Review
Baker Botts L.L.P. has a robust ITC practice that handles complex ITC matters for both complainant and respondent clients. The firm advises across a range of technologies, such as telecommunications, chemical and consumer products.
Work Highlights
- Baker Botts successfully defended Fujifilm against Sony Corporation in global litigation relating to magnetic data storage tapes, including four separate patent infringement investigations at the International Trade Commission.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"From partners to associates, we are pleased with each attorney we worked with at Baker Botts."
"From partners to associates, we are pleased with each attorney we worked with at Baker Botts."
Notable Practitioners
Chair of the firm's ITC practice group Lisa Kattan is well regarded for her representation of clients through all stages of ITC matters. Her clients include semiconductor companies and electronics manufacturers.
"Lisa demonstrates creativity on behalf of her clients and is a good strategist."
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Head of Department
Head of Department
Katharine Burke
Lauren J. Dreyer
