Patent Law

VPR Brands Retains Top IP Firm McAndrews, Held & Malloy for Key E-Cigarette Patent Strategy
VPR Brands has hired leading intellectual property law firm McAndrews, Held & Malloy to manage the commercialization and enforcement of its foundational auto-draw electronic cigarette patent, positioning the company to capitalize on the active patent enforcement landscape in the FDA-regulated ENDS industry.

USPTO Director's First Patent Approvals Signal Support for Applied Technologies
New USPTO Director John A. Squires' initial patent approvals in blockchain and medical diagnostics indicate a pro-innovation stance that could accelerate commercialization timelines and strengthen investor confidence in technology sectors.

Hestia Insight Inc. Launches AI-Driven Patent Service for SMEs, Offering Significant Cost and Time Savings
Hestia Insight Inc. introduces Pat-Agent, an AI-enhanced patent service that reduces costs by up to 80% and speeds up the patent filing process for small and medium enterprises, addressing a critical gap in the legal AI market.

L&A and Five Partners Honored in 2025 IAM Patent 1000 for Excellence in Patent Law
Lando & Anastasi, LLP, along with five of its partners, has been recognized in the 2025 IAM Patent 1000 for their outstanding contributions to patent law, highlighting their client-focused approach and expertise across transactions, prosecution, and litigation.

Sam Hong Joins Dorsey & Whitney LLP as Patent Partner in Seattle
Sam Hong, a seasoned attorney with expertise in intellectual property strategies, has joined Dorsey & Whitney LLP as a Partner in the Patent group in Seattle, enhancing the firm's capabilities in serving a diverse clientele.

Jean Witz Joins Wilson Sonsini as Senior Patent Counsel, Bolstering Firm's Expertise in Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals
Jean Witz, with nearly 40 years of experience in patent law and a distinguished career at the USPTO, joins Wilson Sonsini as senior patent counsel, enhancing the firm's capabilities in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and chemical engineering.

The IP Dam Dilemma: Innovators Face Critical Patent Protection Challenges
A comprehensive analysis reveals the growing crisis in intellectual property protection, where bureaucratic inefficiencies and technological acceleration are creating significant barriers for inventors and entrepreneurs seeking to safeguard their innovations.