Latham & Watkins LLP announced that David Shaw has joined the firm’s Washington, D.C. office as a partner in its Intellectual Property Litigation Practice, strengthening its capabilities in high-stakes patent disputes across technology and life sciences sectors.
Shaw is a first-chair trial lawyer with extensive experience handling complex patent litigation in federal district courts and Section 337 proceedings before the International Trade Commission. He has led disputes from inception through appeal, managing trial strategy, case development, and courtroom execution. His practice spans litigation in U.S. District Courts and the Court of Federal Claims, appeals before the Federal Circuit, and inter partes reviews before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.
He joins Latham from Desmarais LLP and brings a strong technical and academic background, holding a JD from The George Washington University Law School, an MS in Tumor Biology from Georgetown University, and a BA in Biology from The Johns Hopkins University. Shaw has also served as an Adjunct Professor at The George Washington University Law School since 2021.
The firm highlighted that Shaw’s arrival comes at a time of increasing activity in ITC filings, reinforcing its ability to support clients navigating complex intellectual property disputes globally.
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“We are thrilled to welcome David to Latham. He is an accomplished trial lawyer with an exceptional track record of courtroom success in ITC investigations and district court patent matters. David’s impressive achievements and deep technical background make him an outstanding addition to our team.”
Mandy Reeves, Washington, D.C. Office Managing Partner, Latham & Watkins
“David is a phenomenal addition to our market-leading IP team. At a time when ITC filings are increasing, David’s proven trial leadership, extensive experience, and sophisticated understanding of technology disputes will immediately enhance our ability to achieve successful outcomes for our clients.”
Mike Morin, Global Chair, Intellectual Property Litigation Practice, Latham & Watkins
“I am delighted to join Latham’s premier IP Litigation Practice and contribute to the firm’s unparalleled global platform. Latham offers an ideal environment to grow my practice and collaborate with exceptionally talented colleagues who are leaders in the field. I look forward to delivering meaningful results for tech and life sciences clients navigating their most critical intellectual property challenges.”
David Shaw, Partner, Latham & Watkins
