Ann Marie Wahls

Experience

1. Partner

   Latham & Watkins

   Jun 2014 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   Advise clients on complex intellectual property (IP) matters related to the ownership and enforcement of patents, trademarks, service marks, and trade secrets. Research, recommend, and implement intellectual property protection strategies. Proactively identify and mitigate risks from competitors. Represent clients in court as needed. Oversee a large team of associates, administrative staff, paralegals, and vendors in all matters of litigation preparation. • Prevented nearly 40% of clients’ cases from reaching trial through effective settlement negotiations. • Represented connected fitness client in false advertising, and trademark/trade dress infringement litigation brought against competitors, securing a favorable settlement. • Represented pharmaceutical client in trade secrets misappropriation claims brought against competitor and former employee, resulting in a favorable settlement and ongoing market exclusivity. • Represented pharmaceutical client in patent infringement litigation for monoclonal antibody therapy drug, securing summary judgment of non-infringement in client’s favor and dismissal of the case. • Defended automotive manufacturer in a multi-patent case relating to hybrid vehicle technologies against a non-practicing entity, defeating two motions to preliminarily enjoin client from filing IPRs to challenge the asserted patents. • Led a 14-patent offensive case for agricultural biotechnology client, resulting in a favorable settlement.

Education

• DePaul University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biological Sciences

• DePaul University College of Law

  Juris Doctor