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March 24, 2021
Research team is now accepting firm submissions, due June 1
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Patent Prosecution
| Lawyer | Section | Practice Area | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bains, Nena | Intellectual Property | Patent Strategy & Management | Menlo Park |
| Gibby, Darin J | Intellectual Property | Patent Prosecution, Patent Strategy & Management | Denver |
| McKeon, Tina | Intellectual Property | Patent Prosecution, Patent Strategy & Management | Atlanta |
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Intellectual Property
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton is highly ranked for its capabilities in patent prosecution, most notably in the medical device space. The firm also offers expertise in general patent litigation.
Tina McKeon has a strong reputation among life sciences IP strategists for her work advising companies in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors. She specializes in prosecution, portfolio management and post-grant proceedings, bolstered by a PhD in neuroscience.
Silicon Valley partner Nena Bains contributes to the firm's deep expertise in medical device technology, supported by her in-house background as vice president of IP for Boston Scientific. Her practice focuses on patent portfolio development and transaction-related strategy. Darin Gibby has a multidisciplinary practice, focused on general patent litigation, post-grant proceedings, opinions and prosecution. He is often active for medical device clients.