Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo

An analysis of the patent litigation practice of Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C. as of May 1, 2026.

Firm Overview

Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C. is a general practice Am Law 100 firm with approximately 600 attorneys. Headquartered in Boston, the firm maintains a significant national presence with offices in Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, and Washington, DC, as well as an office in Toronto. While a full-service firm, Mintz is recognized for its robust intellectual property practice, which is frequently ranked by publications like Chambers and Partners. The firm's IP group includes over 130 professionals, with a notable number holding advanced technical degrees.

IP Litigation Specialty and Side Preference

The firm's patent litigation practice spans a wide range of technologies, including life sciences, semiconductors, medical devices, software, and nanotechnology. The tracked cases, Greenthread Ltd v. Monolithic Power Systems Inc and Luxottica OF America Inc et al. v. Solos Technology Ltd, reflect work in the semiconductor and consumer electronics/wearable technology sectors. Although the provided authoritative case list shows exclusively plaintiff-side representations, the firm’s broader public record demonstrates a practice that handles both enforcement and defense. Mintz has secured significant victories for patent owners, such as a $150 million settlement for Nanoco against Samsung, while also winning complete defense verdicts, as it did for Princeton CarbonWorks in a "bet-the-company" dispute with SRAM. The practice has a noted emphasis on representing patent holders, particularly in Section 337 investigations before the International Trade Commission (ITC).

Notable Cases and PTAB Practice

Beyond the tracked matters, Mintz has a record of notable public outcomes. The firm’s successful representation of Nanoco in its quantum dot technology dispute with Samsung and its defense win for Princeton CarbonWorks in a case involving bicycle wheel patents are prominent examples. The firm also has a highly active and decorated practice before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). According to Patexia's 2025 report, Mintz was ranked the 12th most active and 13th best performing law firm in the country for representing patent owners in PTAB proceedings, a significant focus of its practice. This indicates a strong capability in defending patents against validity challenges in inter partes review (IPR) and other post-grant proceedings.

Key Partners

The firm's IP practice is led by prominent, nationally recognized litigators. Michael T. Renaud, who appeared as lead counsel in the Luxottica case, serves as Chair of the firm's Intellectual Property Division and is consistently ranked by Chambers, IAM, and Patexia as a leading strategist for patent monetization and ITC litigation. James W. Mears and James M. Wodarski, both listed in the firm's tracked cases, are also key figures. Mr. Wodarski is a seasoned trial lawyer with a focus on IP litigation in federal courts and the ITC, recognized by IAM as a leading strategist for Standard Essential Patents (SEPs).