Alexander Ott Joins Winston in Washington, D.C.

Winston & Strawn recently announced that Alexander Ott has joined the firm’s Washington, D.C. office as a partner in the Litigation Department and a member of the International Trade Commission (ITC) Practice. Alex focuses on complex patent disputes and represents clients in high-technology industries, including semiconductor, wireless networking, LED, and software technologies. He has led numerous ITC Section 337 investigations and has represented clients before the Federal Circuit, in inter partes review (IPR) and post-grant review proceedings at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), and in federal district courts.

"The firm has a highly regarded IP practice and a strong lineup of lawyers, and it's clear that IP is a strategic priority," Alex told Law360. "That commitment is reflected in its continued investment in the practice, and particularly with the upcoming combination and the decision to partner with Taylor Wessing's UK-led businesses to grow the London platform. That move reinforced for me that IP is very much at the forefront of the firm's strategy, and I'm excited to be part of that momentum."

“Alex’s extensive experience in high-technology litigation aligns seamlessly with our ITC practice,” Litigation Department Co-Chairs Linda Coberly and Brett Johnson said in the press release announcing his arrival. “He brings valuable insights that will enhance our active case teams and strengthen our approach to the sophisticated matters we handle.”

Alex’s move to Winston has been covered in the following media outlets:

• "Winston & Strawn Adds McDermott Patent Litigator In DC," Law360
• “Winston Expands IP Practice with ITC Partner Alexander Ott,” Global Legal Chronicle
• “Winston & Strawn Nabs Ott as Litigation Partner in Washington DC,” Bloomberg Law
• “Wake Up Call,” Bloomberg Law