Mark Abate is a senior partner leading the technology Intellectual Property Litigation practice in New York. Recognized as one of the nation’s top IP lawyers, he has been named New York City patent litigation “Lawyer of the Year” twice by U.S. News-Best Lawyers. Chambers USA highlights his advocacy, strategic thinking, and technical expertise, noting his respected status before judges and in ITC matters.
Mark focuses on patent infringement trials and appeals across industries like electronics, software, and medical devices. His key victories include securing a rare patent invalidation for Pass & Seymour and representing IBM in the landmark Williamson v. Citrix Online case, which reshaped patent law. He also played a role in the first precedential decision under the America Invents Act by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.
A former President of the New York and New Jersey Intellectual Property Law Associations, Mark also clerked for Chief Judge Howard T. Markey of the Federal Circuit, giving him a unique advantage in his practice.
