A partner in Pillsbury’s Intellectual Property practice, Robert Bedgood has more than 20 years of experience in IP law bolstered by an expansive background in scientific research.

Callie Bjurstrom, an Intellectual Property partner, is recognized  as a top litigator delivering big wins.

Richard Blaylock’s practice covers financing, M&A, licensing, collaboration and partnering arrangements for start-up and established companies whose value derives from innovative technology.

Jim Conley represents startups and mid-cap technology companies that require high-quality intellectual property counseling and solid advice on competing patents.

Paul Fraidenburgh is an accomplished trial lawyer who focuses his practice on representing clients in high-stakes commercial litigation, arbitration and regulatory compliance matters.

Peter Hahn’s practice focuses on litigation, technology law, IP licensing and prosecution, including patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets.

Steve Hamilton, Pillsbury’s San Diego Real Estate practice leader, has extensive experience in structuring, negotiating and closing real estate finance and commercial leasing deals.

A leader in his field, Pillsbury Corporate partner Mike Hird has received Best Lawyers’ “Lawyer of the Year” honors in three different categories.

Jack Ko is Pillsbury’s Shanghai office managing partner. As a native Mandarin speaker with a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, Jack leverages his language skill, legal experience, and technical knowledge to represent Chinese companies in export controls, cross-border and intellectual property litigation in the U.S.

Christian Salaman is recognized by Chambers USA, The Legal 500 U.S., Best Lawyers and San Diego Business Journal for his M&As, financings, technology, corporate and commercial work across industries.

Pillsbury partner Jason Stirling focuses on corporate matters for life sciences and technology clients, with an emphasis on helping early-stage companies thrive.

John Wetherell, Ph.D., has 25+ years’ experience closing IP deals and securing U.S. and international patents for biotechnology companies.

Marcus Wu is the leader of the law firm’s Southern California Executive Compensation and Benefits practice. He represents private and public employers on compensation and benefits matters.

Proactive rather than reactive litigation strategy. Anticipates hurdles and develops solutions to overcome them. Staunch advocate who perseveres in the face of adversity to reach the client's ultimate goal.

Jon Jekel advises artists, inventors, start-ups, and Fortune 500 companies on intellectual property matters, with a particular emphasis on copyrights and trademarks.

Clients rely on Laura Latham to deliver efficient strategic support and employment law compliance advice regarding complex internal investigations, M&A transactions, hiring and termination decisions, layoffs, trade secrets and crisis situations. 

Michelle Mehok's concentration is in intellectual property due diligence for transactions and strategic counseling for both companies and investors.

Carmela Nicholas has a commercial real estate transactional practice.

Carmela has experience in real estate purchase and sale transactions (including acquisition and disposition of Class A office buildings, biotechnology, laboratory and research and development facilities, apartment projects and raw land), and commercial leasing, representing both landlords and tenants.

Walter Scott represents entrepreneurs, startups and mature companies in a broad spectrum of matters, including by serving as outside general counsel.

Jeff Sheriff performs various tasks related to patent prosecution, including all aspects of preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Jeff also provides opinions, and counsels clients in many areas of intellectual property law.

Ryan focuses his practice on complex litigation and investigations, including high-stakes commercial disputes and government enforcement actions.

Alexander focuses his practice on all stages of complex commercial litigation, from case inception to appeal.

Alexander Graham focuses his practice on general corporate matters, including capital markets, venture capital financings,  mergers and acquisitions, and securities law compliance.

Kit Ryan focuses his practice on general corporate matters, including capital markets, venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions, and securities law compliance.

Lila advises clients on a broad range of commercial real estate matters, with an emphasis on real estate finance.

Martin J. Bridges is a consulting manager in Pillsbury’s corporate practice. He is not an attorney, but a business advisor who works alongside our attorneys on client matters.

Dr. Ben Hudson is an experienced Patent Agent with knowledge of mechanical, software, and medical device patents. He has prosecuted both U.S. patent applications and their foreign counterparts.

As the Director of Administration for the firm’s San Diego offices, Brandon Randolph provides leadership and support for Pillsbury attorneys in their relentless pursuit of our clients’ goals.

Dave Snyder is consistently recognized in Best Lawyers, Chambers USA and The Legal 500 U.S.

Pillsbury Corporate partner Patty DeGaetano advises seasoned and emerging growth companies on complex public and private capital financing transactions, SEC reporting, corporate governance and M&As.

Pillsbury Real Estate partner Eric Kremer has extensive experience advising on commercial real estate transactions, infrastructure development and complex project financings.