Holland & Hart

Holland & Hart LLP is a full-service law firm with headquarters in Denver, Colorado, operating 14 offices across nine states and in Washington, D.C.. With nearly 500 attorneys, it is recognized as a significant firm in the Rocky Mountain West and beyond, earning national rankings from publications such as Best Law Firms and Chambers USA for its intellectual property practice.

The firm's IP litigation practice boasts a broad technological scope, handling complex disputes involving wireless communications, memory technology, electronics, software (including AI and cloud computing), wearable health devices, and standard essential patents (SEPs). It also has experience with remote sensor technology, GPS and embedded firmware, telecommunications, and consumer products. Holland & Hart works on both sides of the docket, with an almost even split of three plaintiff-side and four defendant-side appearances in tracked patent litigation cases, reflecting its commitment to both enforcing and defending intellectual assets for its diverse client base.

Notable patent litigation matters include the firm's representation of defendants like Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., and DISH Network Corporation in infringement suits. The firm also acted as Lead Counsel for Rare Breed Triggers, Inc. in patent infringement cases, following a significant May 2025 settlement between Rare Breed and the Department of Justice concerning "forced reset triggers," which mandated Rare Breed to enforce its patents to maintain public safety. Additionally, prominent litigator Timothy P. Getzoff secured summary judgment of non-infringement for a defendant in Alcohol Monitoring Systems v. BI, Inc., which was affirmed by the Federal Circuit, and contributed to a $22 million infringement and validity verdict for the plaintiff in K-TEC v. VitaMix Corp..

Holland & Hart's IP litigation capabilities extend to proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), and appeals to the Federal Circuit and other U.S. circuit courts. While specific IPR volume data is not publicly detailed, the firm's practice description confirms its engagement in these post-grant review mechanisms as part of its comprehensive IP enforcement and defense strategies.

Key partners in the intellectual property litigation practice include Timothy P. Getzoff, who is a recognized IP Litigator of the Year (Colorado) by Managing IP Americas Awards 2025 and is known for his extensive trial experience in high-stakes patent, trademark, and copyright disputes. Andrew C. Orr, another partner, is also a seasoned trial lawyer representing both plaintiffs and defendants in complex, high-stakes disputes across various industries.