Jeffrey (Jeff) B. McIntyre is a partner in the firm’s Patent Prosecution and Litigation group on the Chemical / Pharmaceutical / Biotech team. He has decades of experience in all aspects of patent law, focusing primarily on chemical-related technologies.

Jeff is an experienced litigator with a track record of vigorously enforcing and defending against patent infringement claims to achieve the client’s business and litigation goals. His vast knowledge of patent prosecution informs off-the-beaten-path claims and defenses, providing a tactical advantage.

He is a skilled strategist and Certified Licensing Professional (CLP) steering clients clear of others’ IP in due diligence, freedom-to-operate, and pre-litigation contexts and negotiations. He is also a focused communicator providing clear advice and guidance to clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to emerging entities to sole inventors.

Jeff uses a hands-on, cradle-to-grave approach when obtaining patents, starting with identifying the best application drafting and filing strategies. His deep understanding of patent office procedures and tendencies, in tandem with potential future litigation pitfalls, allows him to pursue and achieve valuable, valid patent protection.