International law firm McDermott Will & Emery has been recognized as a Certified Patent Practitioner (CPP) Compliant Firm by the National Council on Patent Practicum (NCPP). The Firm was also named a CPP+ Diversity Champion.

The CPP credential distinguishes those firms that have demonstrated experience and proficiency in patent claims drafting and prosecution. To be eligible, 70% of McDermott’s patent prosecution practitioners had to demonstrate superior experience in their practice. Notably, Brittney Smith is the first McDermott intellectual property (IP) team member to have passed the stringent qualifications for the certification.

The CPP+ Diversity Champion recognition is reserved for law firms that uphold NCPP’s pledge by having a commitment to quality and diversity and by being a thought leader. McDermott is proud to join organizations like Meta, IBM, and Johnson & Johnson in upholding this designation.

McDermott’s IP team represents clients at every stage of the IP life cycle, with skill and experience in both the boardroom and the courtroom. The group includes more than 100 lawyers, scientific advisors, and patent agents globally who counsel industry leaders on strategic patent and trademark portfolio development; transactions, licensing, and monetization; and enforcement and litigation. Praised by clients for our ability to “handle any type of case or technology, no matter the complexity” (Chambers), McDermott’s IP team serves companies of all sizes across a variety of sectors, with a focus on life sciences and technology. The Firm has been recognized globally by Chambers, Legal 500, Best Law Firms, IAM Patent 1000, Managing IP, and World Trademark Review 1000.

McDermott Will & Emery partners with leaders around the world to fuel missions, knock down barriers, and shape markets. Our team works seamlessly across practices and industries to deliver highly effective solutions that propel success. More than 1,400 lawyers strong, we bring our personal passion and legal prowess to bear in every matter for our clients and the people they serve.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON PATENT PRACTICUM
The National Council on Patent Practicum, Inc. (NCPP), a 501(c)(3) non-profit, oversees the development and operation of the Certified Patent Practitioner (CPP) program. The CPP credential is a professional designation that distinguishes those who have demonstrated experience, proficiency, knowledge, and understanding of patent drafting and prosecution through dedicated involvement in the patent preparation and prosecution processes.