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◈ PRACTICE / LITIGATION & ENFORCEMENT

When IP
becomes
a fight.

We represent both plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes IP disputes. Whether your rights have been violated or you're facing allegations of infringement, our team is equipped to protect your interests.

// COURTS
Federal DistrictAll California
Federal Appellate9th Circuit
California StateAll levels
AdministrativePTAB · TTAB
WHY LYNCHWHAT WE DOPROCESSMATTERSFAQ
// 01 / WHY CHOOSE LYNCH

Engineers in the courtroom.

Our attorneys combine legal experience with strong technical backgrounds in science, engineering, and technology. This unique blend allows us to handle complex IP disputes with precision and insight — no matter the industry or adversary.

From enforcing patents against large corporations to defending against trademark or copyright claims, we bring strategic thinking and courtroom experience to every case. We leave no stone unturned in building a strong litigation strategy tailored to your goals.

// 02 / WHAT WE DO

Six dispute types.
One litigation team.

◈ 01
Patent Litigation
Enforcing or defending utility and design patents.
◈ 02
Trademark Litigation
Protecting brand identity and resolving infringement claims.
◈ 03
Copyright Litigation
Addressing unauthorized use of creative works.
◈ 04
Trade Secret Litigation
Safeguarding confidential business information.
◈ 05
Unfair Competition
Combating deceptive business practices and unfair trade.
◈ 06
Appellate Litigation
Pursuing or defending appeals in complex IP matters.
// 03 / HOW WE RUN A MATTER

Four phases
from intake to verdict.

01
Assess & Strategy
Read the dispute, the leverage, and the realistic curve for your venue before you commit.
02
Build the Case
Pleadings, early motions, and a discovery plan — phased, each with a budget and a goal.
03
Pressure Points
Claim construction, summary judgment, settlement leverage — we tell you where they are before you spend on the next phase.
04
Trial & Appeal
Through verdict and, when it matters, the Ninth Circuit or the Federal Circuit.
// 04 / REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS

Where we've stood.

◈ 2:17-cv-05481
Sara Pope v. The Mill Group Inc. et al.
LEAD ATTORNEY · PLAINTIFF
Copyright infringement action for British artist Sara Pope against The Mill Group, NBCUniversal, E! Entertainment, and Kylie Jenner.
◈ C.D. Cal.
Pretty In Plastic, Inc. v. Museum of Ice Cream
LEAD ATTORNEY · PLAINTIFF
Copyright dispute involving alleged unauthorized use of original designs by a prominent museum and entertainment venue.
◈ S.D. Cal.
Muscle Flex, Inc. v. Simon Property Group, L.P.
LEAD ATTORNEY · PLAINTIFF
Trademark infringement lawsuit against a major real estate group and its associates.
// ENFORCEMENT TOOLS

Beyond the courthouse.

Most enforcement happens before — or instead of — a complaint. We design programs that fit where clients sell and get copied.

Cease-and-desist campaigns
Targeted, evidence-driven letters.
DMCA takedowns
Platform-specific copyright enforcement.
Amazon APEX
Marketplace enforcement for utility patents.
UDRP / domain disputes
Recovering hijacked or infringing domains.
Customs recordation
Stop counterfeit imports at the border.
Coexistence agreements
Settle without litigation when possible.
// 05 / FAQ

Common questions.

Do you take both plaintiff and defense?
01
Yes — enforcing rights and defending against claims, often the same week. The posture changes the strategy, not the team.
How do you budget a case?
02
Phase by phase — pleadings, discovery, motions, trial — each with its own budget and goal, so you see what's coming before committing to the next phase.
Will the lawyer I meet actually run the case?
03
Yes. The attorney you brief at intake stays with the matter. You're not paying a rotating cast to learn your case.
Do you do contingency?
04
For strong plaintiff-side matters where the damages model justifies it, we'll discuss contingency or hybrid. Not every case fits, and we say so.
// PORTFOLIO STRATEGIES

Litigation is scoped per matter and budgeted phase-by-phase — pleadings, discovery, motions, trial — rather than as part of a portfolio. For the patent and trademark side of your IP investment, the portfolio strategies page maps three illustrative paths.

PATENT & TRADEMARK PORTFOLIO STRATEGIES →BOOK A LITIGATION CONSULT →
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// FAQ

Frequently asked questions about litigation & enforcement.

  • How long does IP litigation take?
    There's no single answer — the curve depends heavily on venue, the type of IP, the forum, and whether either side has leverage to push for early resolution. Some venues and forums move faster than others, and appeals add time on the back end. Most cases settle before trial, and the natural leverage points come at predictable stages. We don't promise schedules; we give you a realistic curve for your venue and matter shape, and we tell you where the settlement-leverage points are before you spend on the phase that follows.
  • What's the difference between a TRO and a preliminary injunction?
    A temporary restraining order is short-term emergency relief, often granted briefly to preserve the status quo until a preliminary-injunction hearing can be held. A preliminary injunction lasts through trial and is harder to obtain. Both are extraordinary and not granted as a matter of course. Lynch LLP assesses whether the facts support seeking either.
  • What does IP litigation typically cost?
    IP litigation budgets vary widely with case complexity, venue, and how aggressively the case is run on either side. We phase litigation budgets rather than estimating one large number. Each phase — initial pleadings, claim construction, fact discovery, expert discovery, summary judgment, trial prep, trial — gets its own budget and goal, and you see what's coming before committing to the next phase. Most cases settle before trial, and we'll tell you the realistic settlement-leverage points before you spend on the phase that follows. Strategic decisions happen with an experienced attorney from start to finish — the lawyer you brief at intake stays with the matter through trial. You're not paying for a rotating cast of staff to learn your case on your dime. For strong plaintiff-side matters where the damages model justifies it, we'll discuss contingency or hybrid arrangements; not every case fits, and we tell you honestly when fixed-fee or hourly is the right structure.
  • When does the ITC make sense versus federal court?
    The U.S. International Trade Commission can be the right forum when imports of infringing products are the core problem and a border remedy would materially change the other side's behavior. It moves fast and doesn't award money damages, so it often pairs with a parallel damages case in federal court. Federal court is the default for damages-driven claims and for claims that don't involve imports. Lynch LLP assesses which forum — or combination — fits the objective.