Charles F. Rysavy

Based on publicly available information, Charles F. Rysavy is a trial lawyer whose practice centers on complex commercial litigation, product liability, and mass torts. For decades, he has been a partner in the Newark, New Jersey office of K&L Gates, where he has represented clients in matters involving pharmaceuticals, medical devices, antitrust claims, trade secret misappropriation, and contract disputes. His work has primarily involved defending companies in class actions and other high-stakes litigation in state and federal courts.

The provided case data shows a single, recent appearance as of counsel for Saul Ewing on the defense side in the matter of Ricky Kamdem-ouaffo, Trading AS Kamdem Group v. Naturasource International LLC et al. This 2026 appearance is noted as being within the firm's IP and commercial litigation groups. However, Mr. Rysavy's established record and professional profiles do not indicate a focus on patent litigation, and his work in intellectual property appears more related to trade secrets and licensing-adjacent commercial disputes. There is no indication he has a practice before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).

Throughout his career, Mr. Rysavy has served as first-chair trial counsel and has handled appeals before multiple U.S. Circuit Courts. He has been recognized for his pro bono work and was named a BTI Client Service All-Star in 2020.

Mr. Rysavy earned his J.D. from the University of Minnesota Law School and is admitted to the New Jersey bar. His professional profiles are with the firm K&L Gates.