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, head of Pillsbury’s San Diego Litigation team, is a first chair trial lawyer who currently serves as lead counsel in several of the largest business disputes in California.

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.

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

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

Rick Taché is a seasoned intellectual property attorney and registered patent lawyer with over three decades of experience advising clients on complex IP litigation and strategy.

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.

Dylan Aste, a former Assistant U.S. Attorney, represents corporations and individuals in complex commercial litigation, government investigations and white collar defense, and has recovered approximately $500 million over the course of his career.

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. 

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.

Baylee Beeman focuses her practice on corporate tax matters.

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

Jordan Holt brings federal clerkship and military experience to his government contracts practice, representing contractors in bid protests, claims and complex disputes.

Narges Kahvazadeh advises U.S. and international clients on export controls, sanctions and trade compliance, offering pragmatic, business-focused counsel on complex regulatory frameworks and cross-border transactions.

Frank Kalinski represents clients in complex civil and commercial disputes, drawing on experience in both federal and state courts.

Kit Ryan guides companies through every stage of their life cycle, from formation and early-stage financing to growth, strategic transactions and public offerings.

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.

Alexandre Palagi has a background in biology, molecular biology, genetics and biochemistry.

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.

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.