Metallurgy & Materials

The attorneys of the Metallurgy & Materials team have specialized understanding in industrial processes, material science, metallurgy, mineral processing and refining technologies. They understand that this industry is one in which technological breakthroughs can create a first-to-file race to the patent office. Our team can provide assistance in obtaining patents more quickly and with broader coverage. Our expertise can help you pull ahead of your business competitors.

Services provided by members of this Team include:

• Patentability Opinions
• Freedom to Operate Opinions
• Patent Preparation, Prosecution and Procurement
• Representation in Post-Grant Proceedings in the U.S. Patent And Trademark Office, Including Interferences, Reexaminations, Inter Partes Review, Post Grant Reviews and Covered Business Method Reviews
• Due Diligence Studies
• License counseling, negotiation and drafting
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Litigation

Areas in which the Team has represented clients include:

• Alloys and Coatings
• Ceramics
• Corrosion & Prevention
• Engineered and Specialty Materials
• Fabrication
• Mechanical Metallurgy/Materials Failure
• Mining
• Munitions
• Process manufacturing
• Soaps, shampoos and cosmetics
• Specialty steels
• Welding