Banner Witcoff

This prestigious ABA award, established in honor of our former partner, the late Mark T. Banner, is presented to an individual or individuals who have made an impact on intellectual property law. Mark served as Chair of the ABA-IPL Section from 2002 to 2003. He sought, demanded, and attained the very best from himself and everyone around him. 

Banner Witcoff proudly sponsors IAM Live: Patent Transactions on September 10 in San Diego. IAM Live: Patent Transactions 2025 brings together over 100 patent powerhouses to explore the latest trends, share insights, and forge valuable connections. As the transaction market evolves with strategic moves in pharma, automotive, semiconductors, and wireless communication, uncover the latest innovative strategies for buying and selling patents through expert-led discussions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gja-6GCZ

Banner Witcoff’s Rich Stockton will moderate a panel at the 2025 Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO) Annual Meeting, taking place September 7-9 in San Diego, California. This panel, "Destruction of Infringing Goods… How Did We Get Here and Now What?," will be on Tuesday, September 9 at 1 p.m. (PDT). It will explore the more common types of ITC orders, European and Chinese border enforcement, and address recent case law, as appropriate. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gf5mSChz

Banner Witcoff’s Jason Shull will give a presentation titled “Protecting Your Intellectual Property” on September 8 at the 42nd World Congress of Endourology and Uro‑Technology in Phoenix, Arizona. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gjvRJVRd

📢 Launch Brief: Legal Frontiers in Aerospace & Defense 🗓️ August 28 | 5:30 PM | El Segundo, CA 📍777 S. Aviation Blvd., Ste 210, El Segundo, CA 90245 Join the waitlist, we have reached full capacity with 150 RSVPs for this targeted legal and policy briefing focused on the aerospace and defense ecosystem. If you're a startup founder, general counsel, industry attorney, or corporate executive operating in this space, this is a uniquely valuable gathering to join. 🎤 Featured Panelists: Moderated by Steve Kiser – General Partner at Veteran Ventures Capital & CEO of Phase Four, Inc. Dr. Kiser brings both operational leadership and investment perspective across dual-use and commercial aerospace. Matthew May – Shareholder, Banner Witcoff IP strategist with a track record in protecting aerospace and defense advanced tech innovations. Michael Segal – Managing Attorney, Eagle Law Group, P.C. Counsel to multiple deep tech companies with experience spanning national security, litigation, corporate structuring, and raising capital. Kevin J Lombardo – Principal, Lombardo Law PC Export control and ITAR compliance expert advising startups and established companies on regulatory risk and export compliance. Joe Wendlberger – Attorney, Space Systems Command Specializes in federal procurement and contracting for space and defense operations. Why Attend: ✔️ Understand legal frameworks across IP, export, corporate, and government contracting ✔️ Engage directly with legal, defense, and startup professionals ✔️ Network over hors d’oeuvres and open bar in a private setting at THE BR-DGE ✔️ Business professional dress encouraged Title Sponsor: Banner Witcoff Sponsors: Eagle Law Group, P.C. • Lombardo Law Partners: SoCal Deep Tech • Fulcrum Venture Group We have reached capacity for this event. Please click the link below to join the waitlist. 👉 https://lu.ma/1sthd8d5

Banner Witcoff is thrilled to share the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch® recognizes Banner Witcoff attorneys for their intellectual property practices. The following attorneys are included in the Best Lawyers® published guide: Best Lawyers: Joe Berghammer Binal Patel Rich Stockton Tim Meece - Patents - Patent Infringement - Patent Prosecution - IPRs Ones to Watch: Alisa Abbott Reilley Keane Daniel (Dongil) Moon Kirk Sigmon Christian Wolfgram Joe celebrates 13 years of being recognized by Best Lawyers®, Tim celebrates seven years, Binal celebrates eight years, and Rich celebrates two years. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gWHGkmQW

On September 10, Justin Philpott will present at IAM Live: Patent Transactions in San Diego. His presentation, titled “How Lutnick’s and Squires’ Patent Monetisation Experience Could Shape USPTO Policies,” will be part of the event’s Lightning Talks, which discuss transactional challenges and opportunities in the face of global disruptions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gkFsGthd

On Thursday, August 14, Banner Witcoff team members participated in Race Judicata in Lincoln Park, Chicago, hosted by Chicago Volunteer Legal Services (CVLS). After running, our team enjoyed food, drinks, and time together at our tent. Thank you to those who came out and supported Race Judicata! We can’t wait for next year’s race.

Banner Witcoff’s Fred Meeker will moderate a panel at the 2025 Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO) Annual Meeting on September 7-9 in San Diego, California. This panel, "Evolution of PTAB Practice: Rescission of 2022 Discretionary Denials Memorandum, Interim Guidance, & Other Updates," will be on Tuesday, September 9 at 11 a.m. (PDT) and will discuss the changing landscape of post-grant proceedings and discretionary denials and the impact on discretionary denials, the Fintiv factors, compelling merits, Sand/Sotera-type stipulations, ITC proceedings, and trial dates. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gwSWjMwf

Banner Witcoff’s Reilley Keane and Kirk Sigmon take a closer look at a recent U.S. Court of Appeals decision that initially appears to negatively impact patents related to artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML). Published in Law360, the article discusses strategies for drafting and prosecuting AI/ML patents and shares tips and tricks to help practitioners avoid endless rounds of costly prosecution at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d48ADGGB