Intellectual Property:  Devices & Manufacturing Technology

To be successful, businesses must maximize the potential of new products and processes, so protecting innovation is critical. We work with manufacturing clients all over the world to obtain and fully protect intellectual property rights in the products, processes, and methods that are vital to their business results.

Our clients include a diverse array of industries, including medical devices, consumer electronics, and automotive technology. We have deep experience in issues such as:

  • Patent prosecution
  • Infringement analysis/opinions
  • Patent suits
  • Trade secrets
  • IP litigation

We regularly act as U.S. counsel in intellectual property matters for companies in Europe, Asia, North America, and South America. We also help U.S. companies secure intellectual property rights abroad through a well-established, worldwide network of legal experts.

Technical Experience & Skill

Our counsel is well-informed and practical. Group members have training and experience in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, computer science, optical, chemical, and biotechnology disciplines. The practice also includes former patent examiners with unique insights into the inner workings of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Patent Prosecution

Nixon Peabody is one of the nation’s leading patent procurement law firms. Patents help clients protect their innovations and use them freely. Services include:

  • Conducting patentability studies
  • Preparing and prosecuting patent applications
  • Correcting errors in issued patents
  • Conducting patent interference proceedings

Infringement Analysis & Opinions

Patents held by competitors often raise concerns about patent infringement liability. We determine the validity of patents and the risk of infringement, and provide ways to avoid potential problems. We can also analyze competitive products to determine whether they infringe our clients’ patents.

Trade Secrets

Knowledge of proprietary manufacturing processes, methods, and other valuable information that provide competitive advantage must be protected. We regularly counsel clients in the area of trade secrets and restricted covenants, and are frequently involved in resolving disputes over these matters, either through arbitration or in state or federal courts.
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