DLA Piper LLP (US)’s practice is renowned for defending technology, semiconductor and medical device companies in high-stakes, multi-patent litigation. The team’s stellar client roster includes several of the market-leading global technology giants, including Toyota, Panasonic and Sony. In Washington DC, Sean Cunningham is sought after for his expertise in handling technology patents in all major trial venues, spanning both federal courts and the ITC. Cunningham co-leads the department with three patent trial specialists: Kathryn Riley Grasso, in San Diego, who has significant experience trying medical device and technology patent disputes; Chicago-based Matthew Satchwell, a specialist in semiconductors, automotive and communications patents; and Gina Durham, based in San Francisco. In Washington DC, Erin Gibson is another key asset to the team and is well-regarded for her success in jury trials. Finally, in Palo Alto, Mark Fowler is a seasoned litigator who typically represents international technology companies.
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Key clients
- Lenovo
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- LG Electronics
- ResMed, Inc.
- Mazda Motor Corporation
- Panasonic Corporation
- Sony Interactive Entertainment
- Fujitsu Limited
- One World Technologies, Inc.
Work highlights
In the case against client Walmart in patent litigation brought by Q Technologies, proved that the asserted patents were ineligible.
Successfully prevailed on all three patents in inter partes review (IPR) in a case where client Sam's Club (and Walmart) asserted four patents against its direct competitor, BJ's Wholesalers.
Practice head
Sean C. Cunningham
Gina Durham
Kathryn Riley Grasso
Matthew Satchwell
Other key lawyers
Erin P. Gibson
Mark Fowler