In a notable reshuffle within California’s legal landscape, Foley & Lardner has strengthened its intellectual property (IP) department with the addition of five new partners. The firm announced this strategic hiring on Wednesday, reflecting its ongoing commitment to expanding expertise in critical high-tech arenas. More details on their new hires can be found here.
- John Schnurer, Louise Lu, Kevin Patariu, and Miguel Bombach join the firm’s IP litigation practice group and innovative technology sector, operating out of San Diego.
- Tom Anderton will bolster the firm’s chemical, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical practice group from its San Francisco office.
Schnurer, Lu, Patariu, and Bombach bring their extensive experience in handling patent litigation cases, including participating in Section 337 investigations by the US International Trade Commission. Their expertise extends to post-grant proceedings and comprehensive IP portfolio management, catering to clients from industries such as semiconductors, electronics, telecommunications, and software. The full announcement from Foley & Lardner can be accessed directly through their official news release.
This expanded team is expected to enhance the firm’s service capabilities, particularly within the high-stakes and rapidly evolving high-tech sectors, underscoring Foley & Lardner’s strategic initiative to bolster its presence in the area of innovative technology and life sciences.