Michael Carrozza is a Shareholder at McAndrews. His dynamic practice focuses on high-stakes patent litigation, inter partes reviews, strategic patent prosecution, and complex technology agreements. Combining a strong blend of legal acumen and deep industry expertise, Michael has over 15 years of hands-on experience in the telecom industry with AT&T, which gives him a distinct edge in understanding client needs and prerogatives.

Michael has litigated billion-dollar patent disputes from complaint to trial, expanded portfolios through strategic patent prosecution, and led numerous inter partes reviews where critical patents were at stake. His experience also includes first-chairing an arbitration that resulted in a swift, favorable settlement and drafting and negotiating a wide range of technology and IP agreements. He has also counseled clients on mergers and acquisitions valued at up to $2.4 billion.

Michael’s legal work spans diverse technologies, including audiovisual electronics, computer hardware and software, wireless communication systems (OFDM, OFDMA, Wi-Fi, LTE, IEEE 802.11x, NFC, RFID, Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy), LED technologies, dispersive wave technologies, ultrasonic testing, medical devices, hospital beds, endoscopic systems, physiological and neurological monitoring systems, glucose monitoring systems, and operating room automation. In his previous role at AT&T, Michael worked in areas such as PSTN, ISDN, xDSL technologies, frame relay, 911 & e911 services, and analog/digital alarm circuits.

Michael’s ability to approach cases from both patent litigation and patent prosecution perspectives provides his clients with difference-making insights, efficiencies, and outcomes. He is also known for his meticulous attention to detail, strategic thinking, and ability to distill complex legal issues into clear, compelling arguments. A skilled brief writer and oral advocate, he consistently delivers results in high-stakes matters.

His commitment to excellence is reflected in his earlier academic achievements. He graduated first in his class, summa cum laude, from law school and earned a perfect 4.0 GPA in his undergraduate studies. He has been recognized as an Illinois Rising Star since 2019 and listed in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch since 2021.

Outside his legal practice, Michael enjoys golfing, fishing, amateur photography, and—unsurprisingly—tinkering with all things electronic.