Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner LLP is well-versed in Section 337 patent infringement cases and exclusion orders. The practice demonstrates expertise across a diverse range of technologies, including semiconductors, tech devices, medical devices, and chemical products. The team is led by four seasoned IP litigators: Smith R. Brittingham IV, who is dedicated to ITC investigations in a wide range of tech; Elizabeth Niemeyer, who is sought after by international and domestic clients for her expertise on electrical patents; managing partner Erika Harmon Arner, who splits her time between Reston and Washington DC; and Anand K. Sharma. Mareesa A. Frederick is a key name for high-stakes Section 337 proceedings for tech companies. Frank A. DeCosta III is a first-chair litigator who brings expertise related to computers, software and medical devices. In Reston, Lionel M. Lavenue focuses on patent infringement cases. The practice also includes Forrest A. Jones and J. Preston Long, who provide additional expertise in high-tech patents.
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Key clients
- Bayerische Motoren Werke AG; BMW of North America, LLC
- Innoscience Zhuhai Technology Company, Ltd.; Innoscience (Zhuhai) Technology Company, Ltd.; Innoscience, Inc.; Innoscience America, Inc.
- Innoscience America, Inc.; Innoscience (Suzhou) Semiconductor Co., Ltd.; InnoScience (Suzhou) Technology Holding Co., Ltd. f/k/a Innoscience (Suzhou) Technology Company, Ltd.; Innoscience (Zhuhai) Technology Company, Ltd.; Infineon Technologies Americas Corp.
- MediaTek Inc.; MediaTek USA Inc.
- VILOX Sweden AB
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Leading partners
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Practice head
Smith R. Brittingham IV; Elizabeth A. Niemeyer; Erika Harmon Arner; Anand K. Sharma
Other key lawyers
Mareesa A. Frederick; Frank A. DeCosta III; Lionel M. Lavenue; Forrest A. Jones; J. Preston Long