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Shareholder Debbie Laughton Recognized in the IAM Patent 1000
IAM featured Debbie in the 2026 IAM Patent 1000 Guide for her work as a strategic patent adviser and for counseling clients through all phases of intellectual property disputes. IAM said, “Deborah Laughton … works closely with clients to secure robust protection for new products and engineering innovations while aligning filing strategies with broader commercial […]
07.20.26
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Shareholder Chris Carani Recognized in the IAM Patent 1000
IAM has once again named Chris Carani in the 2026 IAM Patent 1000 Guide, marking his 12th consecutive year of inclusion since 2015. IAM said, “On the prosecution and advisory side, Christopher Carani is widely regarded as one of the U.S.’ leading authorities on design patents. His practice focuses on the strategic use of design […]
07.16.26
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Shareholder Sandra Frantzen Recognized in the IAM Patent 1000
IAM featured Sandra in the 2026 IAM Patent 1000 Guide for her work assisting clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies with resolving intellectual property disputes and managing high-stakes technology matters. IAM said, “… Sandra Frantzen is a seasoned trial lawyer and PTAB advocate who handles patent disputes across the life sciences sector. Her work […]
07.15.26
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Shareholder Eligio Pimentel Recognized in the IAM Patent 1000
IAM featured Eligio in the 2026 IAM Patent 1000 Guide for his exceptional work as a patent litigator, as well as his role as a trusted advisor and partner to clients for more than 30 years. IAM says, “Eligio Pimentel … regularly represents companies in inter partes review proceedings and other post-grant challenges. In addition […]
07.09.26
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Bob Surrette’s Chicago Lawyer Column Highlights the U.S. International Trade Commission as Enforcement Option
For patent infringement involving imported goods, Bob explains why the ITC is a powerful option. For example, the ITC can move quickly, has specialized judges, and can issue exclusion orders blocking infringing products from entering the United States. While the ITC cannot award monetary damages, it is also often leveraged as a strategy alongside traditional […]
06.30.26
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Nine McAndrews Attorneys Recognized on Lawdragon’s 2026 List of 500 Leading Global IP Lawyers
Pat Arnold, Chris Carani, Ron DiCerbo, Sandra Frantzen, Leland Hansen, Ed Mas, Hank Spuhler, Bob Surrette, and Tom Wimbiscus have been selected to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global IP Lawyers list. Lawdragon has produced guides for more than 20 years and has expanded its coverage of intellectual property with this list, now in its […]
06.25.26
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McAndrews Secures Victory for Client Accord Healthcare, Inc.
On June 8, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed the September 2024 District Court opinion in favor of McAndrews client Accord Healthcare, Inc. Accord filed an abbreviated new drug application (ANDA) for approval to market a generic version of Purdue Pharma’s OxyContin® branded extended release oxycodone hydrochloride tablets. Purdue Pharma […]
06.10.26
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Wil Rao to Serve on Panel Discussing First 72 Hours of Trade Secret Crises
On Wednesday, June 3 at 11:55 a.m. ET, Wil, alongside Jodie Pimentel of the International WELL Building Institute, Elaine Drager of Nokia, and Harry Halikias of Sony Music Publishing, will participate on the CenterForce Trade Secrets Strategy Summit panel, “No More Hope-and-Pray”: Inside the First 72 Hours of a Trade Secret Crisis.” This session examines […]
06.02.26
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