Intellectual Property - Oklahoma
What the team is known for
Dunlap Codding is a respected boutique with a global clientele, partnering with companies of all sizes to provide long-term strategic and holistic IP portfolio management. Particularly noted for its high level of patent prosecution activity and representation of clients seeking to protect IP assets in the healthcare, life sciences, engineering and entertainment sectors. Also active on licensing, trade secrets and rights of publicity issues.
Strengths
"They are detail-oriented and proficient."
"They have excellent responsiveness and consideration of strategy."
"I believe every member of the team has a significant knowledge in their area and stays up to date on trends."
"Dunlap Codding always goes the extra mile to understand our needs and wants and advises or acts accordingly."
Work highlights
Dunlap Codding represented Bed Wood and Parts and Jeffrey Major in a trademark infringement case relating to Bed Wood’s use of the mark “BEDWOOD" and secured a favorable settlement for them before trial.
Notable practitioners
Head of department Douglas Sorocco is respected for his IP practice, which includes patent prosecution and transactional matters. "He provides great service, responsiveness and strategic communications." "Douglas has been outstanding to work with in all respects."
Marc Brockhaus handles both contentious and transactional matters, with a noted specialty in electrical engineering matters. "He is an excellent practitioner who always offers a practical solution." "He is great to work with."
Nicholas Rouse remains a leading IP practitioner with significant expertise in mechanical engineering matters. He also acts as Dunlap Codding's managing director. "He is creative and insightful and has excellent technical capabilities." "He is very easy to work with and always responsive." "His answers help guide how we would approach a problem."
Emily Campbell has vast experience handling a wide variety of IP matters, including licensing issues and enforcement strategies. "She has great service, responsiveness and strategic communications." "Emily is incredibly knowledgeable on many areas and is able to explain complex issues to a layperson quite easily." "We trust her expertise and know that she has our company's best interest in mind."
