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        Headquartered within steps of the USPTO with an affiliate office in Tokyo, Oblon is one of the largest law firms in the United States focused exclusively on intellectual property law.

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        Get to know our History

        1968
        Norman Oblon with Stanley Fisher and Marvin Spivak launched what was to become Oblon, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt, LLP, one of the nation's leading full-service intellectual property law firms.

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        Global Reach

        Our Local and Global Reach

        Outside the US, we service companies based in Japan, France, Germany, Italy, Saudi Arabia, and farther corners of the world. Our culturally aware attorneys speak many languages, including Japanese, French, German, Mandarin, Korean, Russian, Arabic, Farsi, Chinese.

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        A few of our ACCOLADES

        Oblon's professionals provide industry-leading IP legal services to many of the world's most admired innovators and brands.

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        From the minute you walk through our doors, you'll become a valuable part of a team that fosters a culture of innovation, client service and collegiality.

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        The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued final rules implementing the inventor's oath or declaration provisions of the America Invents Act (AIA) on August 14, 2012.

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        Firm NewsAugust 16, 2017

        ITC Judge Nixes Car Company Probe Over IP Ownership Error

        Oblon was mentioned in a recent article by Law360 titled "ITC Judge Nixes Car Company Probe Over IP Ownership Error" Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd. and its affiliate are represented by Oblon McClelland Maier & Neustadt LLP.

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        Firm NewsAugust 1, 2017

        Oblon Ranked Among Top 10 Best Intellectual Property Boutique Law Firms 2018

        Oblon is ranked in the top 10 list for Best IP Boutique Law Firms by Vault.

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        Firm NewsJune 12, 2017

        Oblon Receives Prestigious Band I ranking from Chambers & Partners USA

        Oblon's Intellectual Property practice has received a prestigious Band 1 ranking from Chambers & Partners USA. The publication identified the firm as one of Northern Virginia's leading firms in the area of intellectual property law, while also ranking four Oblon partners whose specialties range from full IP litigation to prosecution and handling proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).

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        Firm NewsApril 18, 2017

        Oblon Adds Patent Partner From Cadwalader

        Alexander Hadjis is featured in this Law360's article.

        Firm NewsJanuary 13, 2017

        Oblon Announces Election of One New Senior Attorney

        Alexandria, VA – Oblon, McClelland, Maier & Neustadt, LLP is pleased to announce the election of one new senior attorney – Robert Tarcu - effective January 1, 2017.

        Firm NewsDecember 19, 2016

        Patent Agent Privilege? Yes, But Be Careful!

        An article by Philippe Signore titled "Patent Agent Privilege? Yes, But Be Careful" is published by Managing IP.

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        Firm NewsOctober 19, 2016

        Derek Mason recognized as "Chemical IP Lawyer of the Year" - USA

        Derek Mason was recognized as "Chemical IP Lawyer of the Year - USA" at the Legal Awards 2016 by Corporate LiveWire.

        Firm NewsAugust 9, 2016

        Saudi Intellectual Property Flourishing At University of Dammam

        Oblon is honored to oversee the Intellectual Property program at the University of Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The program covers all aspects of patent law, including prosecution, licensing, litigation, and more.

        Arabia Now

        Firm NewsJuly 5, 2016

        Oblon Ranked Among Top 10 Best Intellectual Property Boutique Law Firms

        Oblon is ranked in the top 10 list for Best IP Boutique Law Firms by Vault.

        Vault

        Firm NewsJuly 5, 2016

        Oblon Recognized for 2016 "Top 150 Under 150"

        Oblon is recognized for Top 150 Under 150, Vault's list of leading midsize law firms.

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