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Lisa Kattan Joins Latham & Watkins in Washington, D.C.

Latham & Watkins LLP has recently announced the addition of Lisa Kattan to their Washington, D.C. office as a partner in the Intellectual Property Litigation Practice and Co-Chair of the International Trade Commission (ITC) Practice. With over 25 years of extensive experience in ITC and patent litigation, Kattan brings her wealth of knowledge to enhance the firm's already robust litigation capabilities.

Kattan's expertise lies predominantly in guiding technology and life sciences companies through intricate Section 337 investigations and related patent disputes. Her experience stems from a diverse background in both private law practice and government, having spent five years as a Senior Investigative Attorney at the ITC where she played a crucial role in significant patent infringement cases.

“Mandy Reeves, Managing Partner of Latham's Washington, D.C. office, expressed her enthusiasm about Kattan’s arrival, stating, ‘Lisa is a trusted adviser and an exceptional advocate. Her judgment and technical fluency are exactly what our clients need when navigating high-stakes investigations.’ This sentiment captures the high regard in which Kattan is held among her peers and clients.

Having successfully represented clients across various industries—ranging from semiconductors and telecommunications to pharmaceuticals and medical devices—Kattan’s track record speaks for itself. Notably, she has participated in landmark trials within the ITC, showcasing her formidable trial attorney skills. She has also been deeply involved in district court, appellate, US Customs, and Patent Trial and Appeal Board proceedings, highlighting her versatility across different legal scenarios.

Kevin Wheeler, Global Chair of Latham's Intellectual Property Litigation Practice, emphasized Kattan's capabilities by stating, ‘Our ITC team has won three trials in the past two years, and Lisa’s addition makes us even stronger.’ The hiring of Kattan is part of Latham's strategic effort to expand their offerings in the field of IP litigation, with the firm having welcomed five distinguished trial lawyers within the past year.

Kattan has a commendable educational background, having obtained her JD from Northwestern University School of Law, her MS from the University of Minnesota, and her BA from the University of South Dakota. She transitioned to Latham from Baker Botts LLP, where she further established her reputation as a leading ITC attorney.

With Kattan’s joining, Latham & Watkins enhances its position in the legal landscape, providing clients with an unmatched combination of ITC and patent capabilities. As Kattan notes, ‘Latham offers a genuinely integrated global platform and a culture built around client service,’ and she looks forward to collaborating with colleagues to navigate clients through the complexities of ITC investigations and the accompanying patent disputes.

In the ever-evolving field of intellectual property law, firms like Latham & Watkins are essential in guiding clients towards successful outcomes in their legal challenges. With lawyers like Lisa Kattan on board, they are poised for continued success and growth in the competitive legal market.