Press Release 05.09.17
IP Team Prevails at Federal Circuit for Kroger in Membership Rewards Patent Dispute
Latest Win Follows Prior Victories in Texas and Before the PTAB
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Pillsbury IP practitioners literally wrote the book on post-grant proceedings, offering insights into past decisions and guidance on navigating the complex rules and procedures that govern the PTAB hearing process.
Blending exceptional knowledge of technologies with patent prosecution and patent litigation skill, Pillsbury IP lawyers represent clients in a wide range of proceedings before the USPTO’s Patent Trial and Appeal Board. These matters include inter partes reviews, covered business method reviews, post-grant reviews, derivation proceedings and appeals. We are also involved in other USPTO proceedings such as patent reissues. Many of the Pillsbury IP lawyers have advanced degrees in every technology sector from biotechnology to telecommunications and computer software. We assist clients from a wide range of industries regarding a vast array of technologies, including medical devices, imaging technology, polymers, films, catalyst technology, fuel cells, biomass fuels, industrial manufacturing, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, advanced telecommunications and biotechnology.
Well versed in the America Invents Act of 2011, its rules and their ramifications, we represent patent holders and patent challengers, utilizing post-grant proceedings to challenge competitors’ patents or strengthen a patent already granted. Our lawyers offer cost-effective counsel, advising on the strategic advantages of the various types of proceedings available and helping clients to evaluate their options and select the best course of action. In many instances, we have enabled clients to avoid costly patent infringement litigation and injunctions that would have severely impacted their businesses.
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Our intellectual property lawyers are experienced in all forms of post-grant review, representing clients regarding:
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