Intellectual Property - Illinois
What the team is known for
Banner & Witcoff is a well-regarded boutique known for advising a range of clients in sectors as varied as computer software and consumer products. The firm is proficient in handling design and business method patents, due diligence support on corporate transactions, and copyright, patent, trademark and trade secrets disputes. It provides seasoned representation for inter partes reviews at the PTAB and adept counsel for district court, federal court and ITC proceedings. The team is sought after for its advice on the management and protection of IP portfolios. Clients include multinational corporations in the retail and automotive sector, as well as financial institutions.
Work highlights
Banner & Witcoff represented The Greenbrier Companies in a patent litigation brought against it by National Steek Car in relation to gondola rail cars.
Notable practitioners
Marc Cooperman brings significant litigation experience to bear when handling IP disputes such as patent infringement litigation, trade dress and trademark disputes arising from advertising.
