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Wil Rao Quoted in National Law Journal Article Highlighting the Increasing Popularity of the ITC for IP Enforcement and Subsequent Impact on Some Law Firm Hiring
In the National Law Journal article, “Law Firms Are Building Out ITC Practices Amid Steady Demand in IP Practices,” reporter Abigail Adcox highlights the ITC as an “increasingly preferred venue when it comes to enforcing a patent against an accused infringer.” Citing why clients might select to leverage the ITC and raise its popularity, Wil […]
10.02.23
News & Events
IAM Recognizes Christopher V. Carani, Troy Groetken, Wil Rao, Malaika Tyson, and Tom Wimbiscus as World-Leading IP Strategists
IAM just released its IAM Strategy 300: The World’s Leading IP Strategists. Five seasoned McAndrews IP attorneys are among those identified for this highly selective list. As explained by IAM, they were vetted through an extensive research process to identify practitioners “leading the way in the development and implementation of strategies that maximize the value […]
09.29.23
IP Updates
Carani Successfully Argues Case of First Impression at Federal Circuit on behalf of Columbia Sportswear
On September 15, 2023, in a case of first impression, the Federal Circuit vacated a jury verdict of non-infringement in the design patent dispute between Columbia Sportswear and Seirus Innovative Accessories. On behalf of Columbia Sportswear, Christopher V. Carani argued the appeal, which dealt with the fundamental issue of what is the proper scope of […]
09.28.23
News & Events
Christopher V. Carani a Panelist at University of Illinois Chicago’s Center for IP, Information & Privacy Law International IP Practice Seminar
Chris recently spoke on a panel discussing “Key Developments in International Trademark & Design Law.” This was part of an annual CLE program that brings together IP experts to discuss key issues in international law relating to patents, trademarks, and design rights.
09.21.23
News & Events
Christopher V. Carani Quoted in IPWatchdog and Law360 Coverage of Rare En Banc Appeal at the Federal Circuit
Chris, together with McAndrews’ Dunstan Barnes, authored the amicus brief filed on behalf of The American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) with the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in the pending en banc review of LKQ Corp. v. GM Global Technology Operations LLC. The court is determining whether the Rosen-Durling framework that has […]
09.18.23
News & Events
Wayne Bradley to Present Tech Talk at Mobile World Congress Las Vegas
Mobile World Congress is taking place September 26-28 in Las Vegas and is “the largest and most influential connectivity event” for the mobile industry. During the conference, Wayne will take to the Tech Talk stage for a presentation discussing the history of cell phone standards and lessons learned along the way. He will help the […]
09.13.23
News & Events
Christopher V. Carani and Dunstan H. Barnes Authored AIPLA Amicus Brief for Rare Federal Circuit En Banc Review of Design Patent Case
Chris and Dunstan authored an amicus brief filed on behalf of The American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) with the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in the pending en banc review of LKQ Corp. v. GM Global Technology Operations LLC. The case marks only the third time in the history of the Federal […]
09.07.23
IP Updates
Dunstan Barnes to Moderate Panel on Right to Repair at 2023 IPO Annual Meeting
The 2023 IPO Annual Meeting will take place from September 10-12 in Boston. Dunstan’s session will be held on September 11 from 4-5 p.m. Eastern. McAndrews is a longtime supporter of IPO and a proud sponsor of the Annual Meeting. Attorneys at the firm serve on many IPO committees, including the Corporate IP Management & […]
09.07.23
News & Events