Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP‘s practice is well-equipped to assist well-known, sector-spanning clients on the array of patent portfolio management, analysis, strategy, procurement and prosecution matters. The team is co-led by Michael Gross, Trent Webb, and Cory Fisher, all of whom co-lead the team from the firm’s Kansas City hub. Elena McFarland is experienced assisting with patent prosecution cases in relation to the pharma, life sciences, and tech industries. Keith Bae is also highly regarded.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Tech expertise in patent law.’

  • ‘Chris Strobel is fantastic.’

  • ‘Beyond its IP expertise, the IP team seeks to find creative, business-minded pathways and solutions to IP protection and strategy.'

  • 'The team has always been client-centric and simply a pleasure to work with.’

  • ‘Keith Bae exemplifies the team's client-centric approach.’

  • ‘Straightforward advice on a niche subject matter.’

  • ‘Bart Eppenauer is a name to note.’

Lawyers

Practice head

Michael Gross; Trent Webb; Cory Fisher

Other key lawyers

Chris Strobel; Keith Bae; Bart Eppenauer; Elena McFarland