About Attorney Mark J. Abate
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.
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Intellectual Property
The Intellectual Property (IP) practice area focuses on the legal protection of creations of the mind, including inventions, artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce. Attorneys in this field help clients secure and enforce their intellectual property rights through various legal mechanisms, such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. This practice area encompasses a range of activities, including advising on the registration process, conducting IP audits, negotiating licensing agreements, and litigating infringement cases. IP lawyers play a crucial role in helping businesses and individuals protect their innovations and creative works from unauthorized use, ensuring they can capitalize on their intellectual assets. The goal of this practice area is to promote innovation and creativity while safeguarding the rights of creators and businesses in a competitive marketplace.
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