Best Lawyers in Georgia, United States for Litigation - Patent
David Reed is a partner at Kilpatrick Townsend and a member of the firm’s IP department. David counsels clients on patent litigation matters across a diverse range of industries. He has tried cases to verdict in Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Texas, and the International Trade Commission (ITC) in disputes involving computer software, electronics, mechanical devices, consumer goods, and pharmaceuticals (Hatch-Waxman). David also has handled over 40 IPR and PGR proceedings befo...
Trenton A. Ward is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Patent and Patent Law. Trenton A. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Trenton A. Ward since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Trenton A. Ward is held by other lawyers.
Vaibhav P. Kadaba is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent, Patent Law and Trade Secrets Law. Vaibhav P. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Vaibhav P. Kadaba since 2010. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Vaibhav P. Kadaba is held by other ...
Russell A. Korn is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent and Patent Law. Russell A. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Russell A. Korn since 2019. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Russell A. Korn is held by other lawyers.
M. David Weingarten, Ph.D. , Managing Partner of Finnegan's Atlanta office, is a nationally recognized intellectual property attorney who helps pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and chemical companies protect, defend, and maximize the value of their most critical innovations and technologies. He represents clients in high-stakes patent litigation, proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), and patent prosecution matters. Drawing on experience as a scientist, pharmaceutical indu...
George L. Murphy, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. George L. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized George L. Murphy, Jr. since 2012. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. ...
Joshua Weeks acts as a true resource for his clients, litigating patent cases nationwide in district courts and before the ITC. His deep knowledge of the USPTO post-grant proceedings enhances his ability to challenge or defend the validity of an issued patent before the PTAB. Joshua focuses his practice on the enforcement of intellectual property rights, including patents, trade secrets, and other forms of intellectual property. Joshua represents clients in disputes from inception through app...
Benjamin R. Schlesinger is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Patent. Benjamin R. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Benjamin R. Schlesinger since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Benjamin R. Schlesinger is held by other lawyers.
Michael J. Turton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent and Patent Law. Michael J. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Michael J. Turton since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Michael J. Turton is held by other lawyers.
Wes Achey is a member of Alston & Bird’s Intellectual Property Litigation Team. Wes’s practice includes all areas of intellectual property litigation and counseling, with a particular emphasis on patent litigation and enforcement. He has represented clients in patent infringement lawsuits in federal district courts across the United States, including cases involving telecommunications, computer software and various mechanical devices. He is a member of the Georgia Bar and is a...
Thomas Finch is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent and Patent Law. Thomas practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Thomas Finch since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Thomas Finch is held by other lawyers.
Nick Tsui’s Ph.D. in engineering and materials science gives him a perspective clients respect and frequently pursue. A partner with Alston & Bird’s Intellectual Property Litigation Group Nick focuses his practice on patents and patent litigation in the district courts, ITC, and PTAB related to technologies including telecommunications, circuit design, software, mobile applications, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals/ANDA. Before law school, Nick worked at a U.S. Department of...
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