Intellectual Property
USA Guide 2024 : Wisconsin
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About
Provided by Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
Our highly recognized intellectual property team offers key advantages: we know our client’s business; we understand their technology; and we have the skills to help them strategically develop, manage, and protect intellectual assets.
Our Wisconsin team, consisting of nearly 80 lawyers and IP professionals—including patent engineers and registered agents—provides the full range of legal services related to all aspects of IP. Our Wisconsin practitioners practice on the national and global stages in trademark, patent, and copyright law, including prosecution, portfolio management, enforcement, clearance, defense, and litigation.
Many of our lawyers hold advanced degrees and possess business experience in fields such as computer science, engineering, physics, chemistry, and biotechnology. Many have served as examiners in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO), giving us a valuable perspective on patent and trademark issues.
When approaching a new matter, we start by familiarizing ourselves with your short- and long-term business goals. Armed with this knowledge, we create and implement programs designed to increase the value of your IP assets while minimizing downside risk. Our approach is balanced but aggressive, and it has produced an exceptional record of success.
Chambers Review
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP has an eminent IP practice with experience handling both national and international IP matters. The firm offers proficiency across the spectrum of IP matters including patent and trademark prosecution, business strategy guidance and patent litigation. It has specific experience pertaining to the chemical and biotechnology sectors and the higher education industry. The team is also noted for its related expertise in advertising, and domain name and internet issues.
Work Highlights
- Michael Best & Friedrich LLP was engaged to represent Raffel Systems in a patent and trade dress infringement case against China-based defendant Man Wah Holdings.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Michael Best & Friedrich provides excellent service. I particularly like the practicality of the legal advice they provide."
"They have demonstrated strong capabilities with complex matters."
"Michael Best & Friedrich provides excellent service. I particularly like the practicality of the legal advice they provide."
"They have demonstrated strong capabilities with complex matters."
Notable Practitioners
Jonathan Margolies is a skilled IP litigator recognized for his significant experience in handling complex patent disputes, particularly in the technology sector.
"He's excellent and one of the senior statesmen of patent litigation in Milwaukee."
"He's a real trial lawyer."
Kevin Moran exhibits considerable experience in a wide range of intellectual property matters, including class actions, patent clearance and licensing as well as patent infringement lawsuits.
"Kevin is very personable, proactive, great communicator."
Daniel Jones is a noteworthy IP lawyer who has significant experience representing clients in patent infringement lawsuits. He is also adept at advising on patent applications and ownership issues.
"He's a smart and thoughtful person, who is also thorough and comprehensive in his work for clients."
Derek Stettner is an accomplished IP practitioner with ample experience in handling patent prosecution and portfolio management.
"I'd say he's a sound lawyer and technically skilled."
Gregory Hartwig stands out for his experience assisting higher education facilities with pharmaceutical patent prosecutions. He is also adept at conducting IP due diligence on significant commercial transactions.
"He's an excellent patent attorney."
Ranked Lawyers at
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
Wisconsin
Members
Provided by Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
Aaron K Nodolf
Alan Cheslock
Alexander G Izzo
Benjamin E Evans
Brent Aussprung
Brian McCall
Brian R Tumm
Brian W Jacobs
Christopher B Austin
David J Trautschold
Edward J Evans
Elias R Swanson
Gayle A Bush
Glen A Weitzer
Gregory T Helding
Jared Riedl
Jason P Muth
Jeffrey D Peterson
John Scheller
Julie A Haut
Head of Department
Kyle Beczkiewicz
Laura Laidlaw
Laura Lamansky
Laura M Konkel
Melanie J Reichenberger
Molly S Lawson
Nick Schaefer
Nicolaas Bressers
Paul Matenaer
Richard L Kaiser
Russell M Steinbrenner
Sam Brooks
Serene R Sahar
Shane Brunner
Sheldon L Wolfe
Stephen A Gigot
Teresa J Welch
Thomas A Agnello
Industries
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Agricultural, Excavation, Mining, and Construction
Automotive
Consumer Product Manufacturing
High Technology
Higher Education
Medical Devices
Mining & Metals
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Power Generation
Refrigeration, Thermodynamics, and Fluid Dynamics
Software & Computer Services