Intellectual Property: Litigation
USA Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
Band 4
Chambers Review
Perkins Coie LLP acts on behalf of leading pharmaceutical, technology and media companies in a range of complex disputes. The firm has particular strength in patent litigation, including post-grant reviews. The firm adroitly handles mandates with a cross-border component. It regularly represents clients before the PTAB, ITC and Federal Circuit, as well as trial courts around the country.
Work Highlights
- Perkins Coie LLP represented Mylan Pharmaceuticals before the Federal Circuit in an appeal filed by Biogen seeking to prevent Mylan from launching a generic version of Tecfidera, Biogen's blockbuster drug for treating multiple sclerosis.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Perkins Coie has rich experience in trademark prosecution and disputes and was able to provide practical suggestions to reach our business goal."
"I view them as true partners to the company. Their advice is very business-focused."
"Perkins has a deep team capable of handling complex and sophisticated IP matters."
"Perkins Coie has rich experience in trademark prosecution and disputes and was able to provide practical suggestions to reach our business goal."
"I view them as true partners to the company. Their advice is very business-focused."
"Perkins has a deep team capable of handling complex and sophisticated IP matters."
Notable Practitioners
Shannon Bloodworth cochairs the firm's IP group and has noted expertise acting on patent claims involving issue of patentability and infringement.
"Shannon is a zealous advocate for her clients."
"Shannon is very experienced, detail-oriented and on top of everything."
Brandon White operates a broad practice, with expertise spanning patent litigation as well as trademark disputes. He frequently represents pharmaceutical companies.
"Brandon White is very skilled. He's comfortable in both the District Court and the PTAB. He is very responsive and he gets things done."
Ranked Lawyers at
Perkins Coie LLP
District of Columbia