Intellectual Property
USA Guide 2024 : New Jersey
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Saul Ewing has a dynamic IP group known for its representation of clients from the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors in a range of intellectual property issues. The team demonstrates particular expertise in patent litigation and Hatch-Waxman disputes. The group is also noted for expertise in trademark infringement disputes.
Work Highlights
- Saul Ewing continued to represent BioNTech in a lawsuit asserted by Moderna alleging that BioNTech and codefendant Pfizer copied three Moderna patents relating to mRNA technology for the COVID-19 vaccine, COMIRNATY.
Strengths
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"The Saul Ewing team has a great command of New Jersey rules and procedures and is able to anticipate needs. They are amply resourced to be able to help with the pace of these large cases."
"The Saul Ewing team has a great command of New Jersey rules and procedures and is able to anticipate needs. They are amply resourced to be able to help with the pace of these large cases."
Notable Practitioners
Charles Lizza is a celebrated figure in the market and remains highly involved in patent litigation, with a focus on pharmaceuticals and biotech cases.
"Charles is exceptionally gifted at his craft. He sees around corners to get us ahead of issues and crafts effective arguments."
"Charles' judgement is just so good. He has an excellent ability to put himself in the mindset of the judge."
William Baton has extensive experience leading patent litigation cases for life sciences companies, and is frequently instructed on Hatch-Waxman cases. He is highly sought after as local counsel in New Jersey for many of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies and biotechnology manufacturers.
"Bill gets things done. He knows the law inside and out and is incredibly practical and efficient."
Sarah Sullivan has a growing practice representing branded pharmaceutical companies in patent litigation, specifically with a focus on Hatch-Waxman ANDA cases.
"She is always careful, consistent and hard working, with a good knowledge of substance and command of local practice."
"She has a good eye for strategy and language in how to approach the court."
Ranked Lawyers at
Saul Ewing LLP
New Jersey