Stephen B. Samlan

Analyst Summary: Stephen B. Samlan

Stephen B. Samlan is a partner at the Chicago-based intellectual property firm Knechtel, Demeur & Samlan. His practice encompasses a range of intellectual property and corporate law matters, with a particular emphasis on trademark clearance, prosecution, and enforcement. He counsels clients on global brand protection and has significant experience with e-commerce infringement matters on platforms like Amazon and Alibaba. His corporate practice includes business formation, contractual matters, and general corporate representation, often serving in an "outside general counsel" role for startups and established companies.

Based on authoritative data, Mr. Samlan has appeared in one patent infringement case, representing the plaintiff, Zhende Tech. In Zhende Tech et al. v. Swift Paws Inc, the case involves a dispute over patents for a mechanical pet lure toy. This representation aligns with the firm's broader litigation practice, which handles intellectual property disputes in federal courts. There is no publicly available information indicating a focus on representing non-practicing entities (NPEs) or a regular practice before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).

Mr. Samlan has been with Knechtel, Demeur & Samlan for his entire tracked career. Prior to joining the firm, he worked as a political consultant.

Mr. Samlan earned his J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law and a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. He is admitted to practice in Illinois and before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.