Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP partners Dan Altman, Ned Israelsen, Christy Lea, Sabing Lee, Steven Maddox, Joseph Mallon, Salima Merani, Joseph Re, Joseph Reisman, Gerard von Hoffmann, William Zimmerman and founding partner, Don Martens, have been recognized as Life Science Stars for their intellectual property practices in the third edition of LMG Life Sciences 2014, a resource containing listings and analysis of the leading law firms and attorneys in the life sciences sector for pharmaceutical and life sciences executives seeking legal expertise.
To compile the lists, the LMG Life Sciences research team conducted nearly 1,000 surveys and interviews with lawyers in the United States, performed a review of public information, and garnered feedback from clients within the industry.
The firm was highly recommended for its work in patent prosecution and Hatch-Waxman patent litigation for generic pharmaceuticals. The firm was also recommended for its work in patent strategy and management. Knobbe Martens received accolades from industry peers and clients alike who cited the firm’s strong strategy and opinion work. Additionally, the firm was recognized for their extensive experience representing clients in litigation, including a venture-backed start-up company suing an established sports medicine company in a successful case brought on grounds of infringement and securing nearly $30 million in damages. One client offered that “they are a very pragmatic patent firm, are very client-focused and have got a fantastic knowledge of U.S. patent law and the practicalities of dealing with examiners and boards during appeals and the like.”
The full list of LMG Life Sciences Intellectual Property Rankings can be found here.
With over 275 lawyers and scientists nationwide, Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP dedicates its practice to all aspects of intellectual property law including litigation. Consistently ranked among the top intellectual property firms worldwide, Knobbe Martens serves a diverse group of clients from multinational corporations to emerging businesses of all stages. Headquartered in Orange County, California, Knobbe Martens also has offices in San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Seattle and Washington, D.C. More information about the firm can be found at www.knobbe.com.
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