Noted for its ‘strong win record at the ITC’, Kirkland & Ellis LLP is repeatedly called upon by both domestic and foreign clients, including Fortune 500 companies. The team represents manufacturers of tech and life sciences products engaged in Section 337 investigations, usually facing cease-and-desist or exclusion orders, and often supports its clients in reaching favorable settlements. Standout members of the practice are Washington DC practitioners Paul Brinkman, an expert in international trade law; Gregg LoCascio, proficient in competition matters; Christopher Mizzo, who sports extensive trial experience; and Karthik Ravishankar, trusted advisor on non-practicing entity filings. The group is also active in New York, where Joseph Loy oversees high-stakes patent litigation, Todd Friedman excels in cross-border mandates, and Leslie Schmidt advises on FRAND issues. Chicago-based Jay Emerick can also support with proceedings before the PTAB.
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- 'The team has a deep bench of IP litigators with extensive experience and a strong win record at the ITC.'
- 'This team is the cream of the crop for patent litigation. They are strategic, responsive, and clear communicators. Their advice is well crafted and accurate. Their execution is flawless.'
Key clients
- Advanced Bionics LLC
- Caihong Display Devices Co., Ltd.
- Dyson, Inc.
- Eli Lilly & Company
- Klein Tools, Inc.
- Lenovo Group Ltd.
- Natus Neurology Incorporated
- Red Hat, Inc.
- Samsara Inc.
- TE Connectivity Corporation
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Other key lawyers
Paul Brinkman; Gregg LoCascio; Joseph Loy; Todd Friedman; Christopher Mizzo; Karthik Ravishankar; Leslie Schmidt; Jay Emerick