Intellectual Property: Patent Prosecution
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Contact number
650 843 4000:Chambers Review
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius is experienced in handling inter partes reviews, trade secret misuse allegations and the defense of infringement claims made by nonpracticing entities. The team is noted for its patent prosecution and patent counseling services. The firm is particularly highlighted for its deep expertise in the life sciences sector, including in biotechnology and biosimilars. It also advises technology clients on patent prosecution and copyright cases. It offers additional expertise in IP commercialization transactions, including licensing agreement matters.
Work Highlights
- Morgan Lewis represented Canon in two patent infringement matters with seven total patents in suit filed by Slingshot Printing, a non-practicing entity.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Morgan Lewis lawyers are experts in their space and the collaboration among the team is outstanding."
"The Morgan Lewis attorneys were incredibly well organized and always had a well-thought-out strategy to handle all matters. The team members are the best in the business regarding experience and knowledge in each of their specialties."
"The Morgan Lewis lawyers are experts in their space and the collaboration among the team is outstanding."
"The Morgan Lewis attorneys were incredibly well organized and always had a well-thought-out strategy to handle all matters. The team members are the best in the business regarding experience and knowledge in each of their specialties."
Notable Practitioners
Christina MacDougall frequently advises life sciences companies on patent prosecution, portfolio management and general patent strategy.
Gary Williams advises clients from a range of technical industries on the prosecution and licensing of complex patents.
"Gary is one of the people that I would go to first when I have a novel patent prosecution issue."
Jeffry Mann co-heads the firm's global life sciences group and offers substantial expertise in patent portfolio management and prosecution.
"Jeff has been a great resource for our company."
Ranked Lawyers at
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
California