North America - United States • Intellectual property
Goodwin
Goodwin has an expert intellectual property group that is particularly well-connected with clients in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors who rely on the team's expertise in patent disputes and in Hatch-Waxman litigation for both innovators and generics. The group is jointly led by Brett Schuman in San Francisco, whose patent practice spans multiple industries, and Elaine Blais in Boston, who specializes in patent litigation primarily in the life sciences sector. The group also includes IP trial lawyer Mark Abate in New York, tech litigator Neel Chatterjee in Silicon Valley, and Boston-based Douglas Kline, who works with a broad portfolio of software and pharma companies. The firm’s International Trade Commission team is led by PJ McCarthy in Washington DC. Scott Weingaertner in New York is praised by clients as a ‘great lawyer in the courtroom’. The group also includes IP specialists Natasha Daughtrey in Los Angeles and Amadou Diaw in Washington DC.
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Testimonials
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‘We had a very good experience working with the Goodwin team on a complex patent matter. They came up with sound legal advice and good practical solutions to problems faces along the way.’
‘Our experience with Goodwin has been nothing short of exceptional, and we couldn't be more pleased with the results. It is evident that we are in capable hands. The level of professionalism and expertise displayed by Goodwin's attorneys and staff is truly impressive. We were immediately put at ease, knowing that our patent matters were being handled by a team that not only understands the intricacies of patent law but is also committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for their clients. ’
‘The group has very deep legal knowledge, the ability to implement it in the most pragmatic way for the client, and the flexibility to accommodate the client's specific needs, which sets this team apart from other firms in that league.’
‘Amadou Diaw is very service-oriented, and provides quick and efficient solutions.’
'John Padro is very sharp, deep and focused. Rich patent litigation experience. Very client-oriented. Excellent lawyer to work with on deep and complex cases.
'Stefan Mentzer is absolutely fluent in patent and trademark-related opinion work and litigation.’
‘Scott Weingaertner is a very experienced big picture lawyer, always civil and polite, but is always on the pivotal points of the case, which he plays consequentially. Great lawyer in the courtroom.'
‘Scott Weingaertner' leadership qualities are truly exceptional and he has successfully cultivated a cohesive and high-performing team under his guidance. His ability to lead by example and maintain the team's focus during such challenging circumstances has been nothing short of inspiring.'
‘PJ McCarthy truly understands the technologies. In addition, his strategical advice effectively drove the opposing party into the corner.'
Key clients
- Abiomed Inc.
- Accessible
- Alphonso Inc.
- CommScope
- General Electric Company
- Savant & Savant Technologies
- Insulet Corporation
- International Business Machines Corporation
- LEDVANCE LLC
- Markforged, Inc.
- Microchip Technology Inc.
- PCI Holdings LLC
- Personalized Media Communications
- Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
- Sandoz
- Shenzhen Absen Optoelectronic
- Leyard Optoelectronic
- Glux Visual Effects Tech
- Shenzhen Liantronics
- Unilumin Group
- Teva Pharmaceuticals
- United Therapeutics Corporation
Work highlights
- Represented Teva Pharmaceuticals and co-defendant Gilead Sciences in a six-week trial following years of litigation.
- Represented Samsung in competitor litigation at the ITC and in the Eastern District of Texas.
- Represented CommScope in a multi-patent litigation in the District of Delaware that has been pending for nearly ten years.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Elaine Blais, Brett Schuman