About

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McDermott’s Massachusetts IP team comprises of nimble, dynamic and experienced practitioners covering a wide spectrum of IP, including high-stakes patent litigation, due diligence and transactional support on global deals and efficient patent prosecution on behalf of high technology and life sciences companies. With an office strategically located close to technology, innovation, research, life sciences and pharmaceutical hubs, and near world-class schools and universities, our team counsels business leaders not only in Massachusetts but globally. Our lawyers deliver comprehensive IP services to a variety of clients ranging from early-stage companies to multinationals.

The team also has extensive experience handling licensing and complex transactional work, with depth that we consider unparalleled in the present market. By leveraging McDermott’s powerhouse practices in healthcare, tax, private equity and corporate mergers and acquisitions, our team is involved in some of the most sophisticated transactions in the area.

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - Massachusetts
3
Band 3
What the team is known for

McDermott Will & Emery is recommended for its excellent track record in representing life sciences and hi-tech clients in contentious cases, such as defending infringement allegations and assisting with post-grant reviews. The team is also highlighted for its counsel on the management of global IP portfolios including prosecution needs and commercialization matters.

Work Highlights

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  • McDermott successfully represented Amgen in dispute against Sanofi and Regeneron at the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court.

Notable Practitioners

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Sarah Chapin Columbia
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Sarah Chapin Columbia
1
Band 1

Sarah Chapin Columbia is a highly experienced IP litigator who advises on complicated patent, trademark and trade secrets disputes.

"Sarah is exceptional in terms of strategic guidance and availability."

"She is incredibly knowledgeable, strategic and practical."

Ranked Lawyers at
McDermott Will & Emery LLP

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Sarah Chapin Columbia
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Sarah Chapin Columbia
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Members

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Jed Gordon

Jenny Chen

Michael Siekman