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PATENT LITIGATION
Patent litigation on behalf of operating companies, and related matters (such as corporate IP counseling, and post-grant proceedings) are what we do. Our firm’s origins lie in Taylor Dykema’s experiences as former big-firm litigators with a docket dominated by complex litigation in many fields.
Our lawyers have experience, as in-house and outside counsel, handling all aspects of patent litigation in a variety of forums worldwide and in the U.S. (including the Federal Circuit, the International Trade Commission, and numerous District Courts).
Because two of the key concerns clients have in patent litigation are unpredictability of outcomes and the related phenomenon of high litigation costs, we place particular emphasis on combating them by focusing on realistic early-case assessment, directing resources to high-value objectives, and ruthlessly streamlining litigation processes.
Our steady focus on narrow, closely-interrelated areas of law allows us to use tried-and-true processes and templates case after case, implemented by engineers and paralegals in response to attorney instructions, to control quality, manage costs, and promote cross-case consistency; while directing attorney time and research to the distinctive aspects of each case that require their closest attention.
To learn more about how we improve quality while cutting costs, please contact us.
OIL AND GAS, MINERAL, AND LAND USE LITIGATION
We understand the unique challenges that accompany disputes in the oil and gas sector, mineral extraction, and land utilization. Our expertise encompasses a wide spectrum, from regulatory compliance to contractual negotiations and dispute resolution. Whether you are a corporation, government entity, or individual stakeholder, our firm is dedicated to safeguarding your interests and ensuring optimal outcomes.
Our attorneys combine industry knowledge with legal acumen, staying abreast of evolving legislation and market trends. This synergy empowers us to offer innovative solutions, mitigating risks and fostering success for our clients. We pride ourselves on fostering long-term partnerships, built on trust, transparency, and a shared commitment to achieving legal objectives.
With a proven track record of success, Taylor Dykema is your reliable ally in navigating the complex legal landscape of oil and gas, mineral, and land use litigation. Contact us today to leverage our expertise and secure a strategic advantage in your legal endeavors.
CORPORATE IP COUNSELING
For many companies today, from Internet start-ups to large multinationals, intellectual property (“IP”) is a critical business asset. IP is unique, having the characteristics of both a tangible property asset, and of an intangible legal right realized through enforcement. Consequently, a company’s IP is an integral part of its operating business, and an integral part of its legal strategy.
Corporate IP counseling is thus an inseparable part of our deep experience with patent litigation; and the interplay between operations, IP, and litigation are a fundamental component of our attorneys’ experiences in-house and as entrepreneurs. We recognize, as a matter of course, business realities that attorneys who only know private practice as litigators or corporate counsel may not even be aware of. We understand that litigation, licensing, patenting, and settlement decisions affect not only particular IP rights at issue, but have business ramifications for operating profit margins, freedom to operate, the company’s comparative advantages, return on investment in R&D and other sectors of the company, the company’s ability to attract capital and collateralize loans, and public companies’ reporting requirements.
Contact us to learn more about our focus on providing comprehensive IP counseling to operating companies of every size with an eye to enforcement and development strategies to maximize the total value of tangible and intangible assets and revenue.
POST-GRANT PROCCEDINGS
The America Invents Act (“AIA”) introduced several new post-grant procedures and made changes to existing procedures at the US. Patent and Trademark Office which add several new weapons to the arsenal of potential patent defendants. In particular, they offer cost-competitive routes to raise technically-complex validity challenges without the complications of effectively communicating such arguments to laypersons, or the presumption of validity that are present in district court litigation. Whether post-grant review makes sense is a fact-specific analysis depending on many factors including the patent in issue, how it is being read, the accused products, and the forum in which any district court litigation is pending.
Our firm routinely evaluates the suitability of litigated patents for post-grant review as a part of assessing and handling district court cases, and advises clients regarding the advantages and disadvantages of post-grant procedures with respect to particular patents. Our team members have been especially successful drafting Inter Partes Review petitions in such cases. For example, one patentee offered to drop the asserted patent against the firm’s client, with prejudice, soon after seeing the IPR filed by the firm.
Contact us to learn more about these proceedings, and how we have been able to use them to our clients’ advantage.
PATENT AND TRADEMARK PROSECUTION
With a dedicated team of experienced legal professionals, we specialize in guiding clients through the intricate processes of securing and protecting their intellectual property. Whether you're seeking patent registrations or trademark enforcement, our firm combines legal expertise with strategic insights to navigate the complexities of intellectual property law. We pride ourselves on delivering personalized and efficient solutions to safeguard your innovations and brand assets. Choose Taylor Dykema for comprehensive, reliable, and results-driven Patent and Trademark Prosecution services.