Morrison & Foerster maintains an active practice in California across all areas of IP, including copyright, trademark and patent matters. The firm is also notable for its robust IP transactions practice.
In the patent area, key practitioners in the firm are Michael Jacobs, Catherine Polizzi, Stefani Shanberg, Michael Ward and Arturo Gonzalez. Michael Jacobs and Arturo Gonzalez also have significant experience in the trade secrets area.
Another key practice area of the firm is IP transactions, offering a dedicated group of attorneys who handle deals related to IP and technology. Some of the leading practitioners at the firm are Rufus Pichler, William Schwartz and Stephanie Sharron.
The firm's IP practice expanded in January 2023 with the integration of California-based firm Durie Tangri, a firm that was highly recommended in copyright and patent litigation. Founding partner and trial lawyer Daralyn Durie is highly regarded for her work in IP litigation. She is well-versed in a number of areas, including life sciences patent litigation. Fellow founding partner Ragesh Tangri has a strong reputation in trade secrets and other IP-related disputes. Mark Lemley is praised for expertise in IP litigation and is considered a thought leader in the area.
In copyright and trademark, Joseph Gratz is one of the leading partners at the firm. He is well-versed in copyright matters, often with a technology or internet focus.
