Perkins Coie, a prominent law firm known for its robust intellectual property (IP) practice, has announced the recruitment of Arpita Bhattacharyya and Robert McCauley as partners within its Palo Alto office. This strategic acquisition reinforces the firm’s focus on strengthening its IP and patent litigation capabilities.
Arpita Bhattacharyya brings a wealth of experience to her new role, advising clients on patent litigation, prosecution strategies, and navigating post-grant proceedings at the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Her extensive background includes representing clients in complex patent disputes across district courts, the International Trade Commission, and the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
Robert McCauley also joins the firm with a diverse litigation portfolio, covering sectors such as semiconductor devices, optical networks, bicycle suspension systems, data center cooling systems, medical devices, software, and pharmaceuticals. His specialized focus complements the firm’s current engagements and aligns with its future goals in expanding service offerings.
This recruitment is part of Perkins Coie’s broader strategy to bolster its legal team with experienced professionals capable of meeting the evolving challenges faced by clients in high-stakes IP litigation. Legal practitioners looking to learn more about this development can access the full announcement on Perkins Coie’s official press release.
For more detailed insights into the implications of this development for the legal sector, see Bloomberg Law’s coverage of the partnership announcement here.