Prosecution & Counseling

No one knows patent prosecution better than we do. Patent prosecution is at the heart of our firm. It forms the bedrock of our expertise in patent counseling, transactional work and litigation, especially inter partes matters before the USPTO. We believe the depth and length of our experience qualifies us as experts’ experts in all areas of patent prosecution and contentious proceedings before the USPTO.

Sughrue has been called a “prosecution powerhouse” by the press. The description is apt. We have obtained more US patents than any other law firm in the world over our 60 year existence. We file thousands of patent applications every year, and we obtain thousands of patents for our clients every year. We are always ranked first or second in surveys measuring the number of patents issued annually. We know patent prosecution. Better than anyone.

Our attorneys routinely render comprehensive legal opinions regarding patent validity, infringement, enforceability, design-around possibilities, pre-litigation strategies, and a vast array of other intellectual property issues.

Since Sughrue’s practice focuses exclusively on intellectual property law, our attorneys command a seasoned understanding of this complex and often nuanced area of law. Our attorneys are also well-versed in the most recent court decisions concerning intellectual property.

Our attorneys also possess a broad array of technical expertise and industry experience which allows them to quickly master the complexities of whatever technologies are at issue for your business.

Whether you need an informal oral opinion, a formal written opinion limited to specific issues, or ongoing counseling for your entire portfolio, Sughrue has the resources to provide the reliable legal advice that you need to make well-informed decisions that secure a successful future for your business.