International Trade: Intellectual Property (Section 337) | USA

Covington & Burling has a first rate ITC group supported by a standout IP practice. Particularly excels in patent infringement investigations running in conjunction with district court proceedings. Considerable knowledge of post-order matters concerning the enforcement of ITC exclusion orders. Offers notable expertise in matters involving China.

Kirkland & Ellis is an exceptional litigation practice with a deep roster of IP trial lawyers who have achieved major successes before district and federal courts as well as the ITC. Continues to represent industry leaders in electronics, life sciences and apparel, often in cases concerning novel approaches to the issues. Noted for its ability to obtain general exclusion orders and cease and desist orders.

Latham & Watkins has a robust practice group with the resources and expertise to handle multi-forum actions and cross-border disputes. Handles high-stakes litigation with ITC proceedings forming a central plank of patent protection strategy. Strong reputation for work with clients in the automobile and technology sectors on industry-critical and bet-the-company matters.

Alston & Bird is an outstanding group involved in all aspects of ITC action, including enforcing orders, with a full-service offering capable of running parallel district court action and global strategy. Engagement with associated agencies and organizations consolidates area expertise. Excels in trademark, trade dress, trade secret and false designation of origin matters, in addition to patent disputes. Also regularly engaged in cases concerning false advertising and antitrust issues.

DLA Piper has a high quality ITC team integrated into a patent litigation practice with global reach. Enjoys a fine track record acting for market leaders in the consumer electronics and automotive fields.

Foster, Murphy, Altman & Nickel, PC has a formidable Section 337 litigation group that includes former ITC lawyers. Works closely with IP counsel to handle complex patent, trademark and copyright disputes across a wide range of industries and technologies, including electronics, consumer goods, chemicals and pharmaceuticals among many others. Vast experience advising clients on trial strategy, procedural requirements and issues concerning discovery.

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP is counsel of choice for many of the world's most successful consumer electronics companies. Considerable experience in high profile contentious proceedings, often including related litigation across various domestic and foreign jurisdictions. Houses a large number of effective patent trial lawyers with experience in ITC investigations, acting for both complainants and defendants.

Perkins Coie LLP's ITC prowess has been significantly bolstered by the recent arrival of a group of established practitioners in this field. The firm represents a wide range of domestic and clients ranging from retail to technology in patent litigation within the ITC.

Morrison Foerster has an increasingly active presence before the ITC representing both complainants and respondents in Section 337 investigations. Represents companies in the technology, manufacturing and healthcare industries. Has expertise across a wide variety of technologies, including semiconductors, software and chemical technology.

O'Melveny & Myers LLP has a growing IP litigation group leading multi-defendant cases spanning multiple jurisdictions. They represent a plethora of pharmaceutical and technology companies before the ITC. It is particularly skilled at litigating domestic industry issues.

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP has a respected ITC practice that represents a host of major household-name clients in Section 337 proceedings. Advises clients across an array of industries and technologies, including consumer electronics, automotive and LED displays. Particularly experienced in advising on trademark investigations before the ITC.

Polsinelli PC offers substantial expertise in Section 337 litigation and houses a number of attorneys with considerable experience serving at the ITC. The firm advises on all stages of Section 337 disputes for clients from a range of different industries, from technology to retail.

Baker Botts L.L.P. has a robust ITC practice that handles complex ITC matters for both complainant and respondent clients. The firm advises across a range of technologies, such as telecommunications, chemical and consumer products.

Crowell & Moring LLP has a respected ITC practice that houses a diverse bench of ITC practitioners skilled in acting for clients based both in the US and China. The team is experienced in litigating domestic industry and public interest issues. Also noted for its expertise in international trade matters.

King & Spalding LLP's ITC practice encompasses practitioners from the international trade and intellectual property groups. Particularly well regarded in engagements relating to electrical, computer and mechanical technology patents. Additional expertise in the representation of clients in the pharmaceutical and medical device space.

Levi Snotherly & Schaumberg, PLLC is an experienced ITC boutique that represents a range of clients in Section 337 proceedings. The team acts across a variety of industries including automotive, consumer electronics and LED lighting.

Mintz houses a respected IP group with substantial experience representing complainants at the ITC. The firm represents clients from a diverse range of industries, including high technology and life sciences.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP has a strong IP litigation team that handles complex Section 337 investigations for both complainants and respondents. It is experienced in handling a wide array of technologies including solar products, medical devices and wireless communications, among others.

WilmerHale has an IP practice of international renown that represents clients in the full range of contentious IP proceedings and has a formidable record before the ITC. Particularly well regarded for complex patent investigations and possesses extensive experience in technology and smartphone matters.