Intellectual Property
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Areas of Practice
Patents
Our patent practitioners write strong, defensible patents through a deep understanding of technology and IP law.
Trademarks
Our trademark practitioners help clients select strong and distinctive marks to help build and protect an organization’s brand.
Copyrights
Our copyright practitioners skillfully apply copyright law to situations involving the latest technologies, working with authors, creators, and owners of original works to protect their IP rights.
Licensing & Agreements
Our attorneys draft, interpret, and negotiate sophisticated, intricate agreements that garner strong returns on IP assets.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
COJK litigators understand the inherent risks of litigation, whether to a to a product line, a business unit, or an entire business. We work with clients to develop litigation strategies that advance their business goals.
International Network
COJK maintains a strong global network of IP law firms and patent and trademark offices to ensure the best legal protection for our clients, both domestically and internationally.
Chambers Review
Christensen O'Connor Johnson Kindness, PLLC is a well-established boutique IP firm particularly recognized for its work in patent preparation, prosecution and litigation. Also offers experience in trademarks, copyright, licensing and due diligence matters across an extensive range of industries, drawing upon the experience of former engineers and scientists among its ranks. Clients range from consumer goods manufacturers through pulp and paper companies to academic institutions and medical research centers.
Work Highlights
- Christensen O'Connor Johnson Kindness, PLLC assisted Checksum with patent infringement litigation in an Italian court.
Strengths
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"Christensen O'Connor's client communication skills and its deep knowledge of our business have long been a distinction in the level of service it provides us. They also adapt to our changing needs in a way some larger firms aren't able to."
"The firm has been very keen to understand our IP and commercial needs. The team knows the market and has been able to craft our IP applications to be successful!"
"The team is always ready to answer my questions via phone or email. The advice and feedback received is always right."
"Christensen O'Connor's client communication skills and its deep knowledge of our business have long been a distinction in the level of service it provides us. They also adapt to our changing needs in a way some larger firms aren't able to."
"The firm has been very keen to understand our IP and commercial needs. The team knows the market and has been able to craft our IP applications to be successful!"
"The team is always ready to answer my questions via phone or email. The advice and feedback received is always right."
Notable Practitioners
Jerald Nagae has experience in acting for and advising clients on the full gamut of intellectual property matters, from portfolio management and transactions to complex litigation.
"He's great. He is the best around."
George Renzoni regularly handles patent procurement and technology licensing matters in the life sciences sector.
"George is a pleasure to work with and has long been a revered and respected partner doing work for our office."
John Denkenberger is noted for his contentious IP practice. He is adept at handling disputes concerning patents, trademarks and trade secrets.
"He has a great reputation."
Rhys Lawson advises on numerous patent matters. He works with a range of clients in different sectors, such as cosmetics and education.
"He is very capable, smart, business-oriented, tech-savvy and always willing to listen, understand and to help."
"Rhys is a great patent attorney with a keen ability to easily interact as a peer."
"He demonstrates his knowledge of our business needs regularly and that is a part of COJK's exceptional level of service for our business."
Melissa Nowak has a diverse IP practice, covering both trademark and patent issues. She is known for her work with clients in the technology and gaming sectors.
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