Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP leverage its ‘ITC-specific expertise’ to navigate high-stakes, complex Section 337 proceedings. The practice demonstrates particular strength in competitor versus competitor tech patent disputes, having recently handed Google its first-ever loss before the ITC on behalf of its client Sonos. The team also stand out for its expertise in the enforcement and appeal of exclusion orders. Alyssa Caridis, based in Los Angeles, is a seasoned litigator with expertise in various technologies, including computer software and medical devices. Caridis co-chairs the team with Boston-based Sheryl Garko, who is adept at complex patent and trade secret cases. In Silicon Valley, Bas De Blank leads on substantive ITC cases related to infringement, validity and domestic industry. Josh Pond, a ’strong ITC litigator’ based in Washington DC, focuses on blocking and defending imports before the ITC, representing both domestic and international companies. Tom Chen joined the team from the ITC office in July 2024 and is based in Orange County.