Regarded as a ‘hugely experienced’ and ’innovative’ team, WilmerHale maintains a strong practice in the tech space, handling numerous different types, from mobile phones to pharma products. Recent examples of contentious work include some large multijurisdictional patent litigation, working on cutting-edge SEP/FRAND issues. Justin Watts helms the team with vast experience in litigation, being particularly active in the pharma, medical devices, biotech, communications and hardware and software industries. ‘Calm and motivating team builder’ Anthony Trenton routinely leads on complex litigation, and Matthew Shade also possesses capabilities across pharma, medical devices, consumer electronics and technology spaces. ’Clear star of the future’ Annsley Merelle Ward, who was promoted to partner in January 2023, counts innovative technology companies in her roster; she also possesses significant expertise in cross-border litigation. Associate Christina Guazzi is also recommended for her capabilities across life sciences and consumer electronics sectors.

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‘A hugely experienced international team uniquely capable of handling effortlessly the largest and most complex IP litigation.’
‘Anthony Trenton is unbelievably hard-working and truly exceptional in managing huge multi-disciplinary litigation for international clients.'
'Annsley Merelle Ward takes her well-deserved role as a partner - a clear star of the future and one to watch.'
'Justin Watts is unbeatable on complex technology patents.'
‘A tireless and innovative team - at the forefront of developments in the standard essential patents/FRAND space; always alert and alive to new arguments, developments and opening that will get the result for the clients.’
‘Anthony Trenton is a calm and motivating team builder, ensures everyone’s contribution is acknowledged and valued.
'Annsley Merelle Ward - a font of patent law/FRAND knowledge and fresh ideas. Totally committed to client service, flexible and hugely impressive in her ability to find ways to balance the client’s wider business concerns with the requirements of the particular case.'
'Alex Calver is a clear star of the future and a pleasure with whom to work.’