Best Lawyers in Massachusetts, United States for Patent Law
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Ronald Cahill is well-respected for his work with clients of virtually all sizes to solve their most challenging intellectual property problems. His advice ranges from designing protection that maximizes the value of the client’s investment in research and development to applying that IP in court and in the marketplace, which allows clients to realize that value. With decades of courtroom experience, Ron has led trial teams in patent infringement cases around the country. He also conduc...
Rory Pheiffer works with clients to develop patent portfolios, domestically and abroad, that align with their business goals. He also counsels clients on patent opinion and product clearance matters, IP due diligence issues on the buyer and seller side, license negotiations, and trademark portfolio growth and enforcement in conjunction with building the client’s brand. Clients rely on Rory’s technical knowledge, which he honed while earning a degree in mechanical engineering from ...
Patrick J. Concannon is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trademark Law. Patrick J. practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Patrick J. Concannon 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 Patrick J. Concannon is held by other lawyers.
Micah W. Miller is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Patent Law. Micah W. practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Micah W. Miller 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 Micah W. Miller is held by other lawyers.
Amy DeCloux Ph. Dr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Patent Law. Amy practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Amy DeCloux Ph. Dr. 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 Amy DeCloux Ph. Dr. is held by other lawyers.
Vinita Ferrera focuses her practice on complex commercial litigation, with an emphasis on intellectual property disputes, including patent, trademark, trade dress, copyright and trade secret claims. She has litigated cases involving a variety of industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, consumer products, computer hardware and software, financial services and electronic commerce. Her practice has encompassed all facets of litigation, including discovery, trials, i...
Benjamin M. Stern is a partner in Nutter’s Litigation Department. He focuses his practice on patent litigation and has extensive trial experience representing multinational and entrepreneurial companies in federal and state courts nationwide, as well before the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and in inter partes review (IPR) proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).With a strong background in both intellectual property litigation and complex commercial litig...
Jason Kravitz heads up Nixon Peabody's IP Litigation group. Jason is a trial lawyer and his practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, trade secret, privacy, and false advertising disputes. He has litigated cases involving a broad range of technologies, including software and hardware, business methods, personal care products, wireless devices, footwear, dental implants, and online advertising applications. What do you focus on? I focus on litigating and resolving intellectual property...
Duncan A. Greenhalgh is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice and Patent Law. Duncan A. practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Duncan A. Greenhalgh since 2017. 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 Duncan A. Greenhalgh is held by other lawyers.
Mark S. Leonardo is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property, Patent Law and Trademark Law. Mark S. practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Mark S. Leonardo since 2022. 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 Mark S. Leonardo is held by other lawyers.
Thomas has over 20 years of experience representing industry leaders in life sciences. He is internationally recognized for his experience in creating, implementing and monetizing effective patent strategies. He represents public and private companies, investors and academic institutions in the life sciences arena. His portfolio of life sciences companies spans diagnostics, medical devices, life science tools and technology platforms, genomics and therapeutics. Before joining Sullivan, Tom wa...
Gurunathan Laxmikanthan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Intellectual Property Law and Patent Law. Gurunathan practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Gurunathan Laxmikanthan 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 Gurunathan Laxmikanthan is held by other lawyers.
Anastasia Greenberg focuses her practice on a variety of complex intellectual property matters, including litigation, pre-litigation/due-diligence and prosecution/portfolio management. Dr. Greenberg supports emerging and established clients in the life sciences industry and has handled a wide array of technical matters spanning biologics and medical devices, including macromolecules, antibodies, vaccines, drug delivery systems and molecular diagnostic devices. She has represented clients in p...
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