Kolitch Romano Dascenzo Gates

To: Internal Distribution
From: Senior Patent Litigation Analyst
Date: 2026-05-01
Subject: Firm Summary: Kolitch Romano Dascenzo Gates LLC

Overview
Kolitch Romano Dascenzo Gates LLC (KRDG) is a specialized intellectual property boutique law firm headquartered in Portland, Oregon. The firm was established in 2022 through the merger of two IP firms, Kolitch Romano and Dascenzo Gates IP Law, and serves a national and international client base. While not ranked in the AmLaw 100 or Vault Law 100, KRDG is recognized regionally, holding a "Tier 1 in Patent Law" ranking for Portland, Oregon, by Best Law Firms. The firm’s attorneys and agents have scientific and engineering backgrounds and are registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Litigation Practice and Technology Focus
KRDG’s litigation practice covers the full spectrum of intellectual property, including patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret disputes. Based on attorney biographies and the firm's practice descriptions, its patent litigation expertise appears concentrated in mechanical and high-tech fields. Specific technology areas include mechanical systems, high-tech and emerging technologies, optics, data processing, outdoor recreation products, aerospace, and automotive technologies.

Representation and Notable Cases
The provided case data shows the firm representing the plaintiff in its single tracked appearance. However, the firm's website describes its practice as both "protecting and defending" IP rights for clients ranging from startups to large public companies, suggesting they handle both plaintiff and defense-side work. The firm's tracked case is Benjamin Booher, JR. et al. v. Schutt Sports Inc, filed in April 2026 in the Southern District of Indiana, where founding partner Shawn J. Kolitch is listed as counsel for the plaintiff in a patent infringement complaint. No public outcomes for this recent case are available. Information regarding the firm's Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) practice volume is not readily available in public sources.

Key Partners
The firm was founded by and is led by its namesake partners, who are central to its IP practice. Shawn J. Kolitch, Ph.D., focuses on IP litigation and patent strategy in high-tech industries. T.J. Romano’s practice includes IP litigation and counseling. David D’Ascenzo has a broad practice that includes patent prosecution, litigation, and enforcement in fields such as sporting goods and fuel cells. Ian Gates focuses on patent and trademark procurement and counseling, with experience in mechanical arts and consumer products.