Praised for the ability to ‘integrate deep Section 337 litigation expertise with real-world trade, customs, and commercial strategy’, Bartkowski PLLC, based outside of Washington DC, is a name to note for clients seeking ITC services in a boutique setting. The team frequently acts in ITC investigations involving domestic patent holders, foreign infringers, representing applicants, respondents, and third parties. Noted for being ’direct, decisive, and grounded in how the ITC functions’, Paul Bartkowski leads the practice with standout experience in proceedings arising out of infringing imports; Thomas Burns is also a key member, adept at handling discovery, witness examinations, and depositions.
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Testimonials
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- 'Super-capable ITC lawyers; great patent and domestic industry knowledge; very efficient; easy to work with.'
- 'This practice stands out for its ability to integrate deep S. 337 litigation expertise with real-world trade, customs, and commercial strategy. Unlike many firms that operate in procedural silos, the team advises holistically, allowing clients to make informed, sequenced decisions under real import and business constraints. The practice is distinguished by senior-level attention, clear and decisive advice, and a strong bias toward practical outcomes rather than academic positioning.'
- 'Hands-on senior involvement, clarity of judgment, and commercial awareness in high-stakes ITC matters. Paul Bartkowski was consistently deeply engaged and brought a level of practical Section 337 insight that is difficult to find. His advice was direct, decisive, and grounded in how the ITC actually functions in parallel with CBP, appellate strategy, and real-world import risk.'
- 'Extensive insider experience with the ITC and how proceedings are conducted. Their communication and availability are phenomenal. Paul and his team are candid and knowledgeable, and immediately communicate areas in which they need to conduct additional analysis before answering.'
- 'Paul Bartkowski's style is warm, open, and immediately leads others to trust him.'
Key clients
- Lithiumhub
- Martin Koebler
- Razor USA LLC
- Shane Chen
- Wonderland Switzerland AG
- Iron Mountains, LLC
- Nuna
- Joie
- Graco Children’s Products Inc.
- Ultrahuman Healthcare
- Citimarine, L.L.C.
- Mabru Power Systems, Inc.
- Hoshizaki America, Inc.
- Jeisys Medical Inc.
- Cynosure, LLC
- SainStore Technology Co., Ltd.
- Volex
- Vantiva USA
Work highlights
Served as counsel for complainants LithiumHub, LLC, Lithiumhub Technologies, and Martin Koebler in an ITC investigation.
Represented Volex Plc in response to a complaint filed by Credo at the ITC.
Represented complainant Hoshizaki America in an ITC investigation, preparing and filing a successful motion for summary determination on domestic industry.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Paul Bartkowski
Other key lawyers
Thomas Burns