Intellectual Property Litigation Lawyers: Protecting Your Patent Rights And Your Products
At PV Law LLP, litigation is at the center of what we do. Our attorneys gained much of their experience in big law, working on international projects involving patents and other elements of intellectual property (IP).
Now, from our offices in Washington, D.C., and unencumbered with the inefficiencies that are sometimes found in large firm, our intellectual property lawyers help clients worldwide protect their IP rights in U.S. markets.
What Are The Reasons A Company Should Pursue Intellectual Property Litigation?
Intellectual property litigation can be a vital step in safeguarding what makes your business unique. If someone uses your patented ideas without permission, it can lead to lost revenue and even damage your reputation. By pursuing litigation, a patent owners takes a stand to uphold its rights and maintain its competitive edge.
A Holistic, Big-Picture Approach To Intellectual Property
We bring a sophisticated, discerning eye to intellectual property rights and patent conflict challenges. With more than 100 combined years of experience, we have a deep familiarity with the myriad of details that are tied up in any dispute or question involving intellectual property rights.
Meticulous Preparation For IP Litigation
The patent lawyers at PV Law LLP have substantial experience with U.S. patent litigation and dispute resolution, from pre-litigation preparation, discovery, claim construction and summary judgment hearings to trial. We also handle intellectual property-related appeals to higher U.S. courts.
While we have extensive trial experience, clients’ interests are often best served by resolving disputes prior to trial. Our meticulous examination and planning allow us to frequently negotiate resolutions to disputes far in advance of a potential trial. With in-depth knowledge and familiarity with a wide range of technical industries, we expand our negotiating power even further, thereby controlling costs and providing effective, satisfying solutions for our clients.
The International Trade Commission And Section 337 Proceedings
Our IP attorneys have often appeared before the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). We are cognizant of the importance of these proceedings and the demands of Section 337 investigations before the ITC.
Beyond their law degrees, the intellectual property attorneys at PV Law LLP have a wide range of degrees in various sectors, including engineering, computer science and biomedical fields. This technical knowledge and experience, in addition to the legal experience with these investigations, allows us to effectively counsel businesses seeking to prohibit infringing competitive products from entering the U.S., as well as businesses looking to import products into the U.S.
Our lawyers advise our clients of the potential for Section 337 investigations during our Freedom to Operate (FTO) analysis and explain potential options to respond to any such investigations.
Legal Representation In District Court And The Federal Circuit
We appear frequently in the federal District Courts in Delaware, Texas, Virginia and California, where there is a constant stream of patent litigation. The patent attorneys at PV Law LLP have represented parties in appeals before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
Cost-Effective And Efficient Resolutions
We recognize that, in many instances, patent litigation will end in a licensing agreement. Throughout the proceedings, we keep that in mind and work to achieve our clients’ legal goals in the most efficient and cost-effective fashion.
Because of our substantial litigation experience, we have drafted many licensing and technology transfer agreements involving patents. We know where problems are likely to develop, agreements break down or disputes arise, and we strive to minimize the potential for conflict in clients’ agreements.
Knowledgeable Guidance For Intellectual Property Conflicts
Our attorneys provide knowledgeable guidance when decision-makers and stakeholders need counsel on sophisticated technologies that are often enmeshed in complex commercial deals and agreements against the background of global cultural relationships.