Litigation Update | January 2026
Available Now: Federal Circuit Year in Review Report Knobbe Martens’ 2025 Federal Circuit Year in Review report, covering over 50 of the most noteworthy patent-related Federal Circuit decisions issued last...
In Bloomberg Law Article, Sheila Swaroop and Jonathan Bachand Explore Why the ITC Is Poised for a Surge in Patent Cases in 2026
In their recent Bloomberg Law article, Knobbe Martens partners Sheila Swaroop and Jonathan Bachand, Co-Chairs of the firm’s ITC Litigation practice, analyze the forces that could make 2026 an active...
More Patent Cases, Backlogs, and Trump to Keep ITC Busy in 2026
The International Trade Commission will have an active 2026 managing its docket of patent cases due to expanded access for patent owners and operational delays. Two 2025 decisions by the...
Lawdragon Names 17 Knobbe Martens Partners Among ‘Leading Litigators in America’
IRVINE, Calif., September 8, 2025 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that 17 of the firm’s partners have been recognized in the 2026 edition of the Lawdragon 500 Leading...
Sheila Swaroop Comments on Landmark ITC Ruling in Law360’s Midyear Patent Report
In Law360’s “The Biggest Patent Rulings of 2025: A Midyear Report,” Knobbe Martens partner Sheila Swaroop weighed in on the Federal Circuit’s pivotal decision in Lashify Inc. v. International Trade Commission....
Knobbe Martens, Dozens of Firm Partners Recognized in Legal 500 U.S.A. Guide
Firm again receives standout rankings in multiple practice areas, including prosecution, trademarks, licensing, and litigation IRVINE, Calif., June 17, 2025 – Knobbe Martens is proud to announce that the firm...
Knobbe Martens Celebrated as “Excellent IP Firm,” Dozens of Partners Recognized for Top-Tier Patent Work in IAM Patent 1000 Guide
IRVINE, Calif., June 3, 2025 – Knobbe Martens is pleased to share that the firm and two dozen of its partners from offices throughout the country have been featured in...
Federal Circuit’s Lashify Decision Expands “Domestic Industry” at the International Trade Commission
Lashify, Inc. v. International Trade Commission Before: Prost, Taranto, and Chen. Appeal from ITC Investigation. Summary: The Federal Circuit expands the economic prong of the domestic-industry analysis to include domestic...
Jonathan Bachand Comments on Proposed “Skinny Label” Legislation in Law360
In the Law360 article “Senate Bill Not Seen As Death Knell For Skinny Label Suits,” partner Jonathan Bachand offered insight into the Skinny Labels, Big Savings Act, recently proposed legislation...
In Q+A with The Recorder, Sheila Swaroop and Jonathan Bachand Discuss the ITC as a Venue for Patent Enforcement
In a recent Q+A with The Recorder, partners Sheila Swaroop and Jonathan Bachand discussed the International Trade Commission’s role in the U.S. patent litigation landscape. Throughout the interview, Swaroop and...
Knobbe Martens Achieves Standout Ranking at 2024 Financial Times Innovative Lawyers North America Awards
IRVINE, Calif., December 11, 2024 – Knobbe Martens is honored to announce that the firm received a “Standout” recognition, the highest possible tier, in the Healthcare & Life Sciences category...
Dozens of Knobbe Martens Partners and Practices Receive Standout Rankings from Legal 500
The firm and its partners were recognized for strengths across all areas of IP, including patent prosecution, trademarks, and patent litigation—including ITC litigation IRVINE, Calif., June 17, 2024 – Knobbe...
Knobbe Martens Guides Masimo to Successful Resolution of Intellectual Property Dispute
A team from the firm recently secured a permanent injunction on behalf of Masimo Corporation. IRVINE, Calif., June 4, 2024 – A team from Knobbe Martens represented Masimo Corporation (NASDAQ:...
Trending Topics in ITC Litigation
Partners Sheila Swaroop and Jonathan Bachand, leaders of Knobbe’s ITC Litigation Practice Group discussed key trends at the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). This informative webinar discussed recent Section 337...
Knobbe Martens Obtains Import Ban on Infringing Apple Watches
The United States International Trade Commission issued its Exclusion Order in October 2023 IRVINE, CALIF., February 1, 2024 – Last month, the Federal Circuit lifted a temporary stay on the import...
Knobbe Martens Obtains Favorable Ruling for Japanese Materials and Chemical Manufacturer in Post Grant Review Proceeding
Patent and Trial Appeals Board invalidates 15 claims in patent held by Fujifilm San Diego, Calif., June 23, 2023 – A Knobbe Martens team led by Nathanael Luman, Ph.D. secured...
