Praised for ‘forward-thinking’ and a ’collaborative approach’, the ITC practice at Jones Day is a reliable choice for large publicly traded companies and start-ups alike. Acting as both enforcement and defence counsel, the team is regularly entrusted with Section 337 investigations, proceedings involving multiple patents, and appeals. The group is jointly led by Ohio-based duo David Maiorana, experienced in multi-venue patent actions, and Ryan McCrum, recommended for high-stakes tech disputes. Other standout members are Vishal Khatri in Washington DC, able to advise on NPE filings; Matthew Hertko in Chicago, who applies technical expertise to his trial strategies; Yury Kalish, also in DC, bringing forth tech industry experience; and Susan Gerber in Ohio, proficient in patent infringement matters.
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- I consider their collaborative and communicative approach to be a major asset. The regular updates from Jones Day were crucial: Susan Gerber provided weekly synopses of developments and next steps.
Key clients
- R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co.
- British American Tobacco
- Tineco Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.
- Parker Hannifin
- Qualcomm
- Brunswick Corporation
Work highlights
Obtained a general exclusion order at the final initial determination stage for R.J. Reynolds in a Section 337 patent infringement investigation before the ITC involving disposable vaporizers.
Representing Parker Hannifin Corporation and its co-respondents in a Section 337 patent infringement investigation evidentiary hearing against Complainant Modumetal, Inc. relating to corrosion-resistant coatings for metal components.
Defending an ITC Section 337 trial victory at the Federal Circuit for Tineco against competitor Bissell.
Practice head
David Maiorana; Ryan McCrum
Other key lawyers
Vishal Khatri; Matthew Hertko; Yury Kalish; Susan Gerber