Honigman

Honigman LLP is a full-service business law firm headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, with an office footprint that includes locations across Michigan, Chicago, Washington, D.C., and an international presence in Israel. With over 350 attorneys, the firm is recognized as one of the largest in Michigan. Honigman has received national rankings for its practice areas, including a Band 1 ranking for Intellectual Property in Michigan by Chambers USA 2026, and national recognition across 21 practice areas in Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" for 2026.

The firm's IP litigation practice handles a broad array of technology matters, including electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, mathematics, physics, materials science, and life sciences, such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical devices. They are also noted for their work in emerging areas like artificial intelligence (AI). Based on tracked appearances, Honigman has exclusively represented defendants in patent litigation, indicating a focus on defending operating companies.

A notable engagement includes Honigman's representation of Luvo Medical Technologies in HydraFacial LLC v. Luvo Medical Technologies, a patent infringement action involving hydrodermabrasion devices and methods. This case resulted in a consent judgment and permanent injunction, entered on August 8, 2025, barring the defendants from selling or importing the accused Bela MD and Bela MD+ products through March 2026. Honigman also appeared as counsel for the defendant in CRü v. Tethrd LLC.

Honigman maintains a robust Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) practice, having handled numerous inter partes review (IPR) proceedings since their inception, representing both patent owners and challengers. Key partners in the firm's IP litigation and patent practice include Jonathan P. O'Brien, who chairs the Intellectual Property Department and leads its Patent Practice Group, with a focus on life sciences and chemical technologies. Scott Barnett is also a prominent partner, experienced in complex IP litigation and PTAB proceedings, particularly in software, electrical, and mechanical arts. Other notable litigators include Dennis Abdelnour, focusing on high-stakes patent disputes across diverse industries, and J. Michael Huget, Chair of the firm's Litigation Department and a highly respected IP litigator. Erick Palmer specifically focuses on patent disputes in federal courts and before the PTAB.