Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider announced that veteran intellectual property trial lawyer Joseph Micallef has joined its Intellectual Property practice as a partner in the Washington, D.C. office.
Micallef joins Axinn from Sidley Austin LLP, where he navigated complex litigation involving artificial intelligence, 3D memory, cellular technology, reconfigurable computing systems, computer microarchitectures, operating systems, search engines, semiconductor fabrication techniques, satellite television, and solar cell design. And his work includes representing clients on intellectual property enforcement and defense strategies, such as investigating potential infringement and asserting IP rights in courts nationwide. Additionally, he defends against others’ assertion of IP rights. He has litigated cases before federal district and appellate courts, federal agencies, and arbitration panels.
Micallef has taught Trade Secret and Patent Law as an adjunct professor at Georgetown University Law Center for over 20 years. Before entering private practice, he also clerked for Justice Joseph T. Walsh of the Delaware Supreme Court. Micallef earned his J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from The Catholic University of America.
KEY QUOTES:
“Joe has built a reputation over more than three decades as a trusted advocate for clients in IP disputes involving cutting-edge technologies. He steers cases from pre-litigation strategy through trial and appeal.”
– Matthew Becker, chair of Axinn’s Intellectual Property practice
“Joe’s depth of expertise in IP litigation and pioneering technologies makes him a stellar addition to our team. Bringing him on board further positions Axinn as a leading firm for clients in the tech sector.”
– Axinn’s managing partner Jeny Maier
“I’m thrilled to join a firm known for helping dynamic companies grow and thrive. I’m looking forward to leading Axinn’s tech patent litigation practice and post-grant procedures practice, having represented clients in those kinds of cases for over 30 years.”
– Joe Micallef
