Best Lawyers in Washington, United States for Intellectual Property Law
BACKGROUND Karl Hermanns specializes in chemical-related patent matters, including overall portfolio management and strategy. He graduated with both a B.S. and an M.S. in Chemistry from the University of Washington. He received his J.D. from the University of Colorado School of Law. EXPERIENCE Karl is an adjunct professor at the University of Washington School of Law, co-teaching the patent preparation and prosecution course, and teaches “Intellectual Property for Scientists” thro...
Fran Jagla is the chair of the firm's trademark practice group, a member of the firm's executive committee, and the executive member of the firm's DEI council. Fran advises clients across a wide range of industries, from Fortune 100 companies to startups, in all areas of trademark law. Fran focuses her practice in assisting clients with both U.S. and foreign trademark matters, including name development, search, clearance, filing, registration, maintenance, licensing, and due diligence, as we...
Lynne Graybeal is a partner in the firm's Intellectual Property Group and Trademark & Copyright practices. Her practice focuses on trademark and copyright law, Internet and social media issues, licensing and intellectual property-related transactions, and arts and entertainment law. Lynne is currently the co-chair of the firm's Arts, Entertainment & Sports industry group and was a co-chair of the Trademark & Copyright practice, from 2000 - 2012. Lynne has been assisting clients wi...
Daniel J. Glenn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Daniel J., who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Daniel J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Janelle L. Elysee is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Patent Law. Janelle L., who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Janelle L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Chris Lindemeier is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Intellectual Property Law and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Chris, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Chris is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Ayse Hiziroglu is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Patent Law. Ayse, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ayse is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Ben Desch is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Patent Law. Ben, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ben is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Eben D. Allen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Patent Law. Eben D., who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eben D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Linda P. Falcon is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Linda P., who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Linda P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Justin Cho is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Patent Law. Justin, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Justin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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