Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton
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Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton‘s IP group covers the full scope of the practice, representing clients across federal district courts and administrative tribunals. Reputed for its trial skills and technical expertise, the team regularly litigates on behalf of market leaders in finance and manufacturing. The firm also serves as IP defense counsel, helping companies manage and navigate patent risks. Matias Ferrario, a patent attorney from North Carolina with extensive experience in federal courts, co-heads the patent litigation group with Russell Korn, an Atlanta-based first chair trial lawyer. Kate Geyer, praised for her ’sharp analysis and outstanding research capabilities’, stands out for her strong trial performance.
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Testimonials
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‘What sets this practice apart is its ability to remove complexity and friction from the legal process while still remaining highly collaborative. They take the burden of legal strategy and execution off my plate, yet always ensure my perspective is heard and meaningfully incorporated into deliverables. This balance of leadership and listening is rare and deeply valuable to a client.'
- 'The team combines deep legal knowledge with a genuinely human approach. They are kind, thoughtful, and fully engaged, while remaining approachable and easy to work with. The relationship feels natural rather than transactional, built on mutual respect and a shared commitment to hard work and results. Their work ethic and expertise consistently reflect values I respect and trust.'
Key clients
- Askeladden
- Cree Lighting (Wolfspeed, Inc.)
Work highlights
Kilpatrick serves as Hisense’s primary U.S.-based IP defense counsel.