Intellectual Property - Illinois
What the team is known for
McAndrews, Held & Malloy is well regarded for its substantial experience on USPTO and PTAB proceedings while also advising on portfolio management and transactional support. The firm is regularly used for inter partes reviews as well as ITC and district court patent infringement claims. Clients are drawn from the telecommunications, manufacturing and healthcare sectors, with a growing presence in the design patent space.
Strengths
"The McAndrews team understands our business and technology. They are true business partners and have a good rapport with the inventors."
"The team is excellent, efficient and dedicated. They also provide outstanding client service."
"They are excellent, responsive and provide thorough advice."
Work highlights
McAndrews, Held & Malloy provided general intellectual property advice and clearance analyses to Amyris in respect of its new pharmaceutical products.
Notable practitioners
Robert Surrette is a key contact at the firm.
