Intellectual Property
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Terry L. Wright
Member and Chair of Intellectual Property & Technology Service Group
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To reach its full commercial potential any new idea, product or service must be properly protected. With intellectual property attorneys in Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee and Georgia, Stites & Harbison’s Intellectual Property & Technology Service Group is a full-service IP group that counsels and represents clients in the creation, registration, management and litigation of intellectual property claims. The firm’s practice spans the globe representing both domestic and international clients in:
- Copyrights
- E-commerce
- Freedom to operate
- Infringement
- IP litigation
- Licensing
- Patents
- Trade secrets
- Trademarks
Many of the firm’s lawyers are Registered U.S. Patent Attorneys. Members of the practice group hold advanced degrees in a range of scientific fields that include engineering, biology and life sciences, chemistry, computer science, manufacturing, mining, physics, energy and electrical power, and telecommunications.
Chambers Review
Stites & Harbison PLLC is recognized for its skilled guidance on life sciences, mechanical and electrical patent prosecution matters and recommended for its abilities advising on licensing agreements. Other areas of noted strength include trademark registrations and contentious proceedings arising from infringement allegations. Regularly acts for universities and pharmaceutical companies.
Work Highlights
- Stites & Harbison advises the University of Kentucky on its IP portfolio, offering patent protection and trademark enforcement alongside transactional counsel.
Notable Practitioners
David Nagle is particularly expert in licensing concerns, while also advising on the cross-border and domestic prosecution of patents, trademark issues and copyrights.
"David is the best IP attorney I have ever worked with."
"David is very responsive and easy to work with."
Joel Beres acts for an impressive roster of national clients on the enforcement of IP rights, handling matters such as patent infringement claims, trademark disputes and trade secrets litigation.
Mandy Decker provides in-depth expertise in life sciences when advising on patent prosecution and infringement actions. She acts for an impressive client base across the state.
"Mandy provides solid advice and is easy to deal with."
Warren Schickli maintains a strong reputation for his broad-based IP practice, which includes advising companies and entities such as educational institutions on patent, copyright and unfair competition matters.
Jeffrey Haeberlin draws on his background in electrical engineering when advising on patent mandates for an impressive international client base, including handling contentious proceedings. He is particularly active in cross-border mandates.
"Jeffrey has an excellent eye for details, and I really appreciate his clear and personable communication style."
Scot Duvall regularly handles USPTO registrations for a broad client base, as well as advising on licensing, brand development and IP concerns arising from transactions. His practice also includes TTAB and courtroom proceedings.
Terry Wright is highlighted for his strong patent practice, which sees him regularly advise on the development of complex IP protection plans. His experience is complemented by former academic research expertise in chemistry and life sciences.
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